Motorboat: meaning, definitions and examples
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motorboat
[ ˈmoʊtərˌboʊt ]
type of boat
A motorboat is a boat that is powered by an engine, allowing it to travel quickly on water. These vessels can vary in size and are typically designed for leisure activities, fishing, or transportation. Motorboats can be maneuvered easily and are popular for recreational purposes. Various types include cabin cruisers, speedboats, and fishing boats. They are commonly used on lakes, rivers, and oceans for various activities such as water skiing, wakeboarding, and cruising.
Synonyms
cabin cruiser, powerboat, speedboat.
Examples of usage
- We rented a motorboat for our weekend trip.
- The motorboat zipped across the lake.
- She enjoyed fishing from her motorboat.
- He is learning to operate a motorboat.
Translations
Translations of the word "motorboat" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lancha
🇮🇳 मोटरबोट
🇩🇪 Motorboot
🇮🇩 perahu motor
🇺🇦 моторний човен
🇵🇱 łódź motorowa
🇯🇵 モーターボート
🇫🇷 bateau à moteur
🇪🇸 motora
🇹🇷 motorlu bot
🇰🇷 모터보트
🇸🇦 قارب موتور
🇨🇿 motorový člun
🇸🇰 motorový čln
🇨🇳 摩托艇
🇸🇮 motorni čoln
🇮🇸 bensínbátur
🇰🇿 моторлы қайық
🇬🇪 მოტორიანი ნავი
🇦🇿 mühərrikli qayıq
🇲🇽 lancha
Etymology
The term 'motorboat' combines two words: 'motor' and 'boat.' The word 'motor' comes from the Latin 'motor,' meaning 'mover,' and began to be used in English in the late 19th century, when engines started powering vehicles and vessels. Originally, boats relied on sails or manual propulsion, but with the advent of the internal combustion engine in the early 20th century, the concept of the motorboat emerged. The first motorboat was built in the 1880s, and it revolutionized water travel and recreation. As technology progressed, various designs and styles of motorboats were developed, catering to different activities and preferences. Today, motorboats are an integral part of water sports and transportation.