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gunboat

/ˈɡʌn.bəʊt/

/ˈɡʌn.boʊt/

Translations

gunboatnoun

gunboats

/ˈɡʌn.bəʊt/

/ˈɡʌn.boʊt/

канонерская лодка

The navy deployed a gunboat to patrol the river.

Военно-морской флот направил канонерскую лодку для патрулирования реки.

Synonyms

naval vessel

patrol boat

armed boat

warship

gunboatadjective

more gunboat

Comp.

most gunboat

Super.

/ˈɡʌnbəʊt/

/ˈɡʌnboʊt/

Used attributively in phrases like "gunboat diplomacy" to denote actions involving or resembling the coercive use of naval power

Synonyms

Definitions

gunboatnoun

A small, armed naval vessel designed for use in shallow waters or close to shore.

The navy deployed a gunboat to patrol the river and ensure the safety of the coastal area.

A type of warship that is smaller than a frigate and used primarily for coastal defense and riverine operations.

During the conflict, the gunboat played a crucial role in securing the waterways and supporting ground troops.

gunboatadjective

Relating to or characteristic of the coercive or threatening use of naval force.

The minister condemned the state’s gunboat tactics in the disputed waters.