Definition

A type of boat designed to travel on rivers, often used for transportation or leisure activities.

Example

We took a riverboat cruise to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the river.

Conversation

Have you ever been on a riverboat?

No, I haven't, but it sounds like a lot of fun!

I went on one last summer, and it was such a relaxing experience.

That sounds amazing! I would love to try a riverboat cruise sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Riverboat → The word is formed from "river" (from Old French *riviere*, meaning a large stream of water) and "boat" (from Old English *bat*, meaning a small vessel for traveling on water). A riverboat is a boat designed specifically for navigating rivers.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'large stream of water' ('river') and a 'small vessel' ('boat') — together, they create a boat meant for traveling on rivers.

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