boathouse

noun

boat·​house ˈbōt-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce boathouse (audio)
: a building to house and protect boats

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The string of historic boathouses along the Schuylkill River has welcomed generations with its iconic lights. Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026 In Connecticut, volunteers are needed to help cleanup the Long Wharf in New Haven at the canal dock boathouse. Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2026 Once the Sharon Woods Harbor Revitalization is complete, visitors can look forward to an educational amphitheater, new boathouse, refreshed snack bar, and expanded parking and restrooms, according to a Great Parks news release. Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Mar. 2026 Take a leisurely stroll around Bond Lake, or head to the boathouse to rent a kayak, canoe, or pedal boat. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for boathouse

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of boathouse was in 1625

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“Boathouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boathouse. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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boathouse

noun
boat·​house ˈbōt-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce boathouse (audio)
: a shelter for boats
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