pulling boat

noun

1. a boat propelled by oars alone.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pulling boat¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

The unit is returning in a convoy of more than 20 trucks pulling boat trailers, box trucks and high-tech equipment.

From Washington Times

The unit is returning in a convoy of more than 20 trucks pulling boat trailers, box trucks and high-tech equipment.

From Seattle Times

During last season�s holiday-season striper blitz, trucks pulling boat trailers were backed up for miles around Oregon Inlet.

From Time Magazine Archive