English

ferry

ˈfɛɹi, ˈfɛɹɪ
Meaning: a boat or ship used for conveying passengers and goods over a short distance
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈfɛɹɪ

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Example sentences

The ferry departs every hour from the main harbor.
The ferry departs every hour from the main harbor.
We swam across after the ferry stopped for the night.
We swam across after the ferry stopped for the night.
The ferry connects the island to the mainland.
The ferry connects the island to the mainland.
A ferry crosses the Hudson River every hour.
A ferry crosses the Hudson River every hour.

Usage Notes

Ferries are often part of the public transport systems of many waterside cities and islands, allowing direct transit between points at a lower capital cost than bridges or tunnels.

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