
Raft
Emergency Usage
Often used to refer to an impromptu, makeshift floating device in survival situations.

After the boat sank, they used their cooler as a raft.
Recreational Activity
Refers to activities on rivers or lakes, usually for fun or sport.

They rented a raft at the lake for a leisurely paddle.
Simple Construction
Emphasizes the basic, often primitive construction compared to a boat.

They built a simple raft from logs to cross the stream.
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BargeCanoeDinghyFloatKayakPontoonRowboatSkiff
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