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Ferrying: meaning, definitions and examples

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ferrying

 

[ ˈfɛriɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

transportation service

Ferrying refers to the act of transporting people, vehicles, or goods across a body of water, typically using a boat or ferry. This service is essential in regions where bridges are not available, making it a convenient means of connectivity.

Synonyms

carrying, conveying, transporting

Examples of usage

  • They are ferrying passengers across the bay.
  • The company specializes in ferrying cars to the island.
  • Ferrying supplies to remote areas is crucial after the disaster.

Translations

Translations of the word "ferrying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transporte por ferry

🇮🇳 फेरी करना

🇩🇪 Fähren

🇮🇩 penyeberangan

🇺🇦 перевезення на поромі

🇵🇱 przewóz promem

🇯🇵 フェリーによる輸送

🇫🇷 transport par ferry

🇪🇸 transporte en ferry

🇹🇷 feribotla taşıma

🇰🇷 페리 운송

🇸🇦 نقل عبر العبارة

🇨🇿 přeprava trajektem

🇸🇰 preprava trajektom

🇨🇳 渡轮运输

🇸🇮 prevoz s trajektom

🇮🇸 ferjuferðir

🇰🇿 пароммен тасымалдау

🇬🇪 ნავების მგზავრობა

🇦🇿 feribotla daşınma

🇲🇽 transporte en ferry

Etymology

The word 'ferry' originates from Middle English 'ferie,' which traces back to Old English 'ferian,' meaning 'to carry.' The term evolved to specifically describe boats used to transport people or goods across a stretch of water. As technology advanced, ferries became formalized services, leading to the establishment of ferry operators and regulations. The usage of 'ferry' as a verb, particularly in the form 'ferrying,' became popular in the 19th century as steam-powered ferries emerged, enhancing the reliability and frequency of these crucial transport services. Today, 'ferrying' is widely recognized in maritime contexts globally, reflecting both economic and social aspects of transportation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,978 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.