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Dinghy: meaning, definitions and examples

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dinghy

 

[ ˈdɪŋɡi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

small boat

A dinghy is a small boat that is often used as a tender for a larger boat or for recreational purposes. Dinghies are typically lightweight and easy to maneuver, making them ideal for short trips or for accessing areas that larger boats cannot reach.

Synonyms

rowboat, skiff, tender

Examples of usage

  • The sailors used a dinghy to get from the yacht to the shore.
  • We took the dinghy out for a leisurely row around the lake.
  • The dinghy was equipped with oars for easy paddling.
  • She stored the dinghy on the deck of her sailboat.

Translations

Translations of the word "dinghy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bote

🇮🇳 डिंगी

🇩🇪 Beiboot

🇮🇩 perahu kecil

🇺🇦 човник

🇵🇱 szalupa

🇯🇵 ディンギー

🇫🇷 canot

🇪🇸 bote

🇹🇷 sandal

🇰🇷 딩기

🇸🇦 قارب صغير

🇨🇿 člun

🇸🇰 čln

🇨🇳 小艇

🇸🇮 čoln

🇮🇸 litil bátur

🇰🇿 қайық

🇬🇪 ნავი

🇦🇿 çəllək

🇲🇽 bote

Etymology

The word 'dinghy' originated in the mid-19th century, from Hindi 'ḍiṅgī' meaning a small boat. It was first used by British sailors in India to refer to the small boats used by locals. Over time, the term became more widely adopted in English-speaking countries to describe a small, lightweight boat used for various purposes.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,721, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.