barque

/bɑːrk/ or /bɑːrkwə/

Definitions

1. noun

A small three- or four-masted sailing vessel, typically with a square-rigged foremast and a fore-and-aft rig on the other masts.

“The ship sailed past a small barque carrying cargo in the distance.”

Synonyms

  • brig
  • schooner

Antonyms

  • motorboat
  • steamer