- a boat with a high bow and stern and flotation chambers, equipped for use in rough surf
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surfboat /ˈsɜːfˌbəʊt/ n
surf′ boat′,
- Nautical, Naval Termsa strong, buoyant rowboat with high ends, adapted for beaching and passing through surf.
- surf + boat 1855–60
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