towboat

[US]/ˈtəʊbəʊt/
[UK]/ˈtoʊboʊt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a boat used for towing ships or barges

Phrases & Collocations

towboat service

towboat operator

towboat industry

towboat captain

towboat company

towboat crew

towboat fleet

towboat operations

towboat license

towboat navigation

Example Sentences

the towboat navigated the narrow river with ease.

they used a towboat to assist the large cargo ship.

the towboat crew worked diligently to ensure safety.

we watched as the towboat pushed the barge upstream.

in the harbor, several towboats were preparing for the day.

the towboat's powerful engine helped it pull heavy loads.

during the storm, the towboat remained steady on the water.

they hired a towboat to transport the yacht to the marina.

the towboat captain skillfully maneuvered through the locks.

after the accident, the towboat was inspected for damages.

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