SKIFF

Skiff

A skiff is a small boat. There are a number of different craft which are called skiffs. Traditionally these are coastal or river craft used for leisure or fishing and have a one-person or small crew. Sailing skiffs have developed into high performance competitive classes.

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skiff

Noun

  1. A small flat-bottomed open boat with a pointed bow and square stern.
  2. Any of various types of boats small enough for sailing or rowing by one person.
  3. A light wind/rain/snow, etc.
  4. Used when referring to anyone (typically rednecks and fishermen) who has a degree of intelligence, but believes they are more than they actually are.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. a deep blanket of snow covering the ground

Verb

  1. to navigate in a skiff.


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