ALL meanings of whaleboat
whale·boat
W w - noun whaleboat a long, narrow boat designed for quick turning and use in rough seas: formerly used in whaling, now mainly for sea rescue. 1
- noun whaleboat A long rowboat with a bow at either end for easy maneuverability, formerly used in whaling. 1
- noun whaleboat a narrow boat from 20 to 30 feet long having a sharp prow and stern, formerly used in whaling 0
- noun whaleboat a large, long rowboat, pointed at both ends to increase maneuverability: used formerly by whalers 0
- noun whaleboat a similar boat, now often one with a motor (motor whaleboat), used as a ship's lifeboat and utility boat 0
- noun whaleboat A long narrow rowing boat, formerly used in whaling, which is pointed at both ends so that it can move either forwards or backwards equally well. 0
- noun whaleboat A boat resembling this and carried on a warship or other ship. 0