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Definitions from WordNet

Noun scow has 2 senses
  1. scow - any of various flat-bottomed boats with sloping ends
    --1 is a kind of
    boat
  2. scow - a barge carrying bulk materials in an open hold
    --2 is a kind of
    barge, flatboat, hoy, lighter

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Scows

A scow refers to a flat-bottomed boat with square corners, typically used for transporting goods and materials.

In the maritime industry, scows are versatile vessels commonly employed for carrying heavy loads, especially in shallow waters.

In a local context, scows often serve as reliable workhorses for commercial operations along rivers, canals, and coastal regions.

Sense 1: Noun

Example sentence: The scow was heavily laden with timber destined for the nearby sawmill.

Sense 2: Verb

Example sentence: The laborers had to scow the supplies across the shallow river to reach the construction site.

Sense 3: Adjective (Popular)

Example sentence: The scow race attracted a large crowd, eager to witness the thrilling water sport event.

Sense 4: Adjective (Local)

Example sentence: The scow fishermen headed out to sea early in the morning to bring back the freshest catch for the local market.

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