johnboats
/ˈdʒɒn.boʊts/
NOUN
1. Flat-bottomed shallow-draft boats
Small boats with flat bottoms, very shallow drafts, and squared-off bows and sterns, designed for navigating shallow waters.
1.1. Boats for shallow-water navigation
Small watercraft designed to travel through shallow rivers, lakes, creeks, and marshes where deeper-draft boats cannot easily operate.
Synonyms
- flatboats
- skiffs
Examples
- The fishermen used their johnboats to navigate the shallow waters of the bay.
- The tour guide explained that johnboats are ideal for exploring narrow rivers and creeks.
- After the storm, several johnboats were damaged and needed repairs.
Related Words
- shallow-draft boats
- watercraft
- riverboats
- dinghies
- paddleboats
1.2. Small fishing and utility boats
Small, practical boats commonly used for fishing, hunting, and transporting equipment across lakes, rivers, and wetlands.
Synonyms
- fishing boats
- utility boats
Examples
- We spotted several johnboats tied up along the dock, ready for a day of fishing.
- The group loaded their gear into the johnboats and set off for the nearby island.
Related Words
- fishing vessels
- hunting boats
- outboard motors
- boat trailers
- angling