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Gunboats

Noun / ˈgʌˌnbəʊts / Another word for gunboats — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A gunboat is a small naval vessel equipped with guns, used for patrolling rivers or coastal waters.

Synonyms & similar words

gunboat warship gunship gunship cruiser destroyer battleship frigate corvette monitor submarine watercraft vessel

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Example sentences

  1. The gunboat protected our shores from enemy ships.
  2. The navy used gunboats to patrol the river.
  3. The captain commanded the gunboat with precision.
  4. Gunboats played an important role in naval warfare.
  5. The gunboat sailed through rough seas.

Quotes

  • A gunboat is like a floating fortress.
  • The gunboat's cannons boomed across the water.
  • Gunboats are the guardians of our coastlines.

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