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pontoon

 

[ pɒnˈtuːn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of boat

A pontoon is a flat-bottomed boat that relies on floats to stay afloat. It is commonly used for leisure activities, fishing, and transportation on calm waters.

Synonyms

barge, float, raft

Examples of usage

  • The family rented a pontoon for a relaxing day on the lake.
  • We decided to take the pontoon out for a picnic on the river.
  • The pontoon glided smoothly across the tranquil waters of the lake.
Context #2 | Noun

structure used in bridges

In bridge construction, a pontoon is a floating structure used to support the temporary or permanent bridge deck. It provides stability during the construction process.

Synonyms

floating structure, temporary support

Examples of usage

  • The engineers used pontoons to support the bridge deck while it was being built.
  • The pontoon system allowed for the construction of the bridge to proceed smoothly.

Translations

Translations of the word "pontoon" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ponton

🇮🇳 पोंटून

🇩🇪 Pontoon

🇮🇩 pontoon

🇺🇦 понтон

🇵🇱 ponton

🇯🇵 ポントーン

🇫🇷 ponton

🇪🇸 pontón

🇹🇷 pontoon

🇰🇷 부교

🇸🇦 عوامة

🇨🇿 pontoon

🇸🇰 pontón

🇨🇳 浮桥

🇸🇮 pontonski most

🇮🇸 flotbryggja

🇰🇿 понтон

🇬🇪 პონტონი

🇦🇿 pontoon

🇲🇽 pontón

Etymology

The word 'pontoon' originated from the French word 'ponton', which in turn came from the Latin word 'pontonem', meaning 'bridge'. The use of pontoons in boat and bridge construction dates back centuries, with various adaptations and improvements over time.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,446, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.