tugboat

[US]/ˈtʌɡbəʊt/
[UK]/ˈtʌɡboʊt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a boat used for towing or pushing ships; also known as a towboat

Phrases & Collocations

tugboat captain

tugboat service

tugboat industry

tugboat operator

tugboat fleet

tugboat assistance

tugboat maneuver

tugboat towing

tugboat docking

tugboat pilot

Example Sentences

the tugboat assisted the large cargo ship in docking.

we watched the tugboat navigate through the busy harbor.

the tugboat pulled the barge safely to shore.

during the storm, the tugboat remained operational to assist vessels.

the captain of the tugboat communicated with the crew on the ship.

they hired a tugboat to help with the salvage operation.

the tugboat's powerful engines made it easy to tow large vessels.

after the race, the tugboat returned to its dock.

the tugboat crew trained for emergency situations regularly.

tugboats play a crucial role in maritime safety.

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