DINGHY - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled

Categories: Small boat

Synonyms

Dory, Rowboat, Dinghy

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "dinghy" was borrowed from Bengali ডিঙ্গা.

🧩 Fun Fact

English spelling is irregular because it preserves pronunciations from multiple historical periods simultaneously.

🎵 Words that Rhyme with Dinghy