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/ˈmoʊ.tərˌboʊt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A small, usually powered boat equipped with an engine.
We rented a motorboat to explore the beautiful lakes during our vacation.
A boat that is propelled by a motor, especially as opposed to being rowed or sailed.
The motorboat raced across the water, leaving a trail of foam behind it.
A recreational boat with an internal combustion engine or electric motor.
He spent the weekend fishing from his new motorboat.
Etymology
The term 'motorboat' is a compound of 'motor', from Latin 'motor', meaning 'mover', and 'boat', from Old English 'bat'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hit the water:
To take a boat out onto the water for recreational purposes.
take a spin on a motorboat:
To go for a ride on a motorboat, usually for leisure.
boat party:
A social gathering on a boat, often with music and drinks.
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Slang Meanings
To perform a water sports maneuver such as wakeboarding behind a motorboat.
We motorboated all weekend, hitting the waves with my friends.
To enjoy a leisurely ride on a motorboat.
Let's motorboat around the bay and enjoy the sunset.