Definition

Having a shape or characteristics similar to a boat.

Example

The new design of the building is quite boatlike, with its curved roof and sleek lines.

Conversation

I just saw a really interesting design for a boatlike house.

Oh, that sounds cool! What did it look like?

It had this curved shape that reminded me of a sailboat.

I love that idea! Living in a boatlike home would be so unique.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boatlike → It is formed from "boat" (from Old English *bāt*, meaning a small vessel for traveling on water) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "boatlike" means resembling or similar to a boat.

Memory Tip

Think of a small vessel for traveling on water ('boat') and how the '-like' suffix indicates resemblance. This helps you remember that 'boatlike' describes something that resembles a boat.

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