flatboat
|flat-boat|
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/ˈflætˌboʊt/
🇬🇧
/ˈflætˌbəʊt/
flat-bottomed boat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'flatboat' originates from the combination of 'flat' and 'boat', where 'flat' refers to the flat bottom of the boat.
Historical Evolution
'flatboat' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a boat with a flat bottom for transporting goods,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45