York boat

noun

, (sometimes lowercase)

1. a large rowboat or heavy canoe used for transporting supplies, especially by fur trappers in the Canadian Northwest.

Word History and Origins

Origin of York boat¹

First recorded in 1860–65; after York, Manitoba, Canada, where it was originally built as a canoe by the Hudson's Bay Company

Example Sentences

It acquired a new, modern name — Laser — before being unveiled at the 1971 New York Boat Show, where Mr. Kirby and Bruce sold 144 Lasers off the floor.

From Washington Post

A Fire Department of New York boat arrived at the scene around 5 p.m.

From Seattle Times

A Fire Department of New York boat arrived at the scene around 5 p.m.

From Washington Times

In January, Mr. Cuomo, a Democrat, met with industry representatives at the New York Boat Show in Manhattan to discuss the proposed tax cut, Mr. Strong said.

From New York Times

But if the trade shows are up in arms, Mr. Barbara and the National Marine Manufacturers Association, which sponsors the New York Boat Show as well as 20 other boat shows in various cities, are thrilled by the governor’s decision.

From New York Times