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barge

/bɑːrdʒ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does barge mean?

noun, verb

A large flat-bottomed boat used for carrying heavy loads, especially on rivers and canals. To push or propel (a boat) through the water, typically by pushing against the riverbed with a pole.

Example

"The barge was loaded with cargo and made its way down the canal."

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