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Noun boat whistle has 1 sense
  1. boat whistle - a whistle on a boat that is sounded as a warning
    --1 is a kind of
    whistle
    --1 is a part of boat

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Boat Whistle

Description:

A boat whistle is a device used to produce a loud, high-pitched sound for signaling or communication purposes aboard a boat or water vessel. It is typically powered by air or steam and has a distinct shape designed to efficiently project sound across bodies of water.

Senses and Usages:

Noun (Common)

1. A boat whistle can refer to the actual whistle-like device used for signaling on boats.

Example sentence: The captain blew the boat whistle to warn nearby vessels of their presence.

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Noun (Countable)

1. Boat whistles can also be understood as different models or types of marine whistles available on the market.

Example sentence: The classic brass boat whistle is a popular accessory among boating enthusiasts.

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Noun (Local)

1. In some regions, "boat whistle" is used to describe a particular sound made by boats passing through a specific area, often regarded as part of the local soundscape.

Example sentence: The haunting sound of the boat whistle echoed through the quiet coastal town.

Verb (Transitive)

1. "To boat whistle" can be a colloquial term used to describe the act of blowing a boat whistle for signaling or amusement.

Example sentence: The children would boat whistle in delight as they sailed across the lake.

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