English Explanatory Dictionary

surf boat

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of boat used in surf lifesaving to go from shore out through the breaking waves, and back again. Current designs are rowed by a crew of four, with a sweep at the back steering. Originally used for mass rescues, but now superseded by powered craft and used only for competition.

Word forms

surf boat surf boats
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