SHALLOP


Meaning of SHALLOP in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' sha-l ə p

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle French chaloupe

Date: circa 1578

1 : a usually 2-masted ship with lugsails

2 : a small open boat propelled by oars or sails and used chiefly in shallow waters

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