schooner

Meanings

1. A sailing ship with two or more masts, all with fore-and-aft sails; if two masted, having a foremast and a mainmast.
2. A glass for drinking a large measure of sherry.
3. A glass of beer, of a size which varies between states (Wikipedia).
4. A large goblet or drinking glass, used for lager or ale (Wikipedia).
5. A covered wagon used by emigrants.

Etymology

Attested ca. 1715, of uncertain origin. Said to be derived from dialectal scoon (“to skim over water”). Compare also shunt (“to cause to move (suddenly)”).