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Water Transportation Vocabulary - Tugboat

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Water Transportation Vocabulary
tugboat
tugboat
[noun]

a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships

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boat
boat
[noun]

a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

Ex: We went fishing in a small boat on the calm lake.
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harbor
harbor
[noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: They built a new marina in the harbor to accommodate more yachts .
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narrow
narrow
[Adjective]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

Ex: The narrow bridge could only accommodate one car at a time , causing traffic delays .
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power
power
[noun]

the energy that is obtained through different means, such as electrical or solar, to operate different equipment or machines

Ex: The computer shut down suddenly due to a power surge .
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steam engine

a machine that uses steam made from boiling water to produce power and make parts move

Ex: Early steam engines worked by moving pistons with steam .
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shipping
shipping
[noun]

the act of transporting goods, particularly by sea

Ex: Efficient shipping logistics are crucial for global businesses to ensure timely delivery of products to customers .
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to build
to build
[Verb]

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

Ex: The historical monument was built in the 18th century .
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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: Troops have been sent to protect aid workers against attack .
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damage
damage
[noun]

physical harm done to something

Ex: The insurance company assessed the damage before processing the claim .
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engine
engine
[noun]

the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

Ex: The new electric car features a powerful engine that provides fast acceleration .
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to push
to push
[Verb]

to use your hands, arms, body, etc. in order to make something or someone move forward or away from you

Ex: They pushed the heavy box across the room .
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to pull
to pull
[Verb]

to use your hands to move something or someone toward yourself or in the direction that your hands are moving

Ex: We should pull the curtains to let in more sunlight .
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rescue mission

a coordinated operation to save people or assets from immediate danger

Ex: Medevac units trained for urban rescue missions after earthquakes.
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to fight
to fight
[Verb]

to make a strong and continuous effort to achieve something

Ex: He fought for better working conditions in the factory .
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rope
rope
[noun]

a long, flexible cord made by twisting together strands of fibers, wire, or other material, used for tying, pulling, or supporting things

Ex: The rescue team lowered a rope to the stranded hiker .
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winch
winch
[noun]

a mechanical device used for hauling or lifting, consisting of a rotating drum around which a rope, cable, or chain is wound

Ex: The fishing boat relied on a winch to pull in the nets .
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machine
machine
[noun]

any piece of equipment that is mechanical, electric, etc. and performs a particular task

Ex: The ATM machine was out of service due to technical issues .
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fender
fender
[noun]

a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

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pad
pad
[noun]

a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort

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safely
safely
[Adverb]

in a way that avoids harm or danger

Ex: The chef handled the sharp knives safely, avoiding accidents in the kitchen .
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interesting
interesting
[Adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: The teacher made the lesson interesting by including interactive activities .
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all the way
all the way
[Adverb]

to the fullest extent or to the final point

Ex: They finished the race all the way to the end without giving up .
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weather
weather
[noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: We had to cancel our outdoor plans due to the stormy weather.
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wind
wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: They closed the windows to keep out the cold wind.
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wave
wave
[noun]

a raised body of water that moves along the surface of a sea, river, lake, etc.

Ex: The waves crashed against the rocks with great force .
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load
load
[noun]

something heavy that is carried or transported

Ex: She felt the weight of the load as she lifted the box .
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