Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
raft
IPA transcription: [ɹ'æft]
noun
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
raft
Meaning:
a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers
Usage examples
"A raft!" exclaimed the Judge.
He recognized it as a life raft.
"The island is about to sink! Make for the raft!"
A smaller raft, as a sort of ferry, was also made.
"Then shall we build the raft?" asked Mr. Hosbrook.
Fragoso!" shrieked Lina, kneeling on the edge of the raft.
"It will not be a boat at all, but a good, well-made raft."
"We made that raft for something over thirty that were alive.
That shuttle pilot was found in a routine check, stowed away on the life raft.
It was only about September or October that I began to think of making a raft.