Scow
noun
A type of flat-bottomed boat with a square or rectangular shape, used for transporting goods on rivers and seas.
The fishermen loaded their catch onto the scow for transport to shore.
Often appears as...
- flat-bottomed scow
- fishing scow
Usage tips
Neutral
boats, transport, fishing
verb
To make a facial expression that shows displeasure, often by frowning or wrinkling one's forehead.
He scowled when he saw the mess in the kitchen.
Often appears as...
- scowling at someone
- scowling in frustration
Usage tips
Informal
angry scowl, deep scowl, light scowl
noun
A type of flat-bottomed boat with a square or rectangular shape, used for transporting goods on rivers and seas.
The fishermen loaded their catch onto the scow for transport to shore.
Often appears as...
- flat-bottomed scow
- fishing scow
Usage tips
Neutral
boats, transport, fishing
verb
To make a facial expression that shows displeasure, often by frowning or wrinkling one's forehead.
He scowled when he saw the mess in the kitchen.
Often appears as...
- scowling at someone
- scowling in frustration
Usage tips
Informal
angry scowl, deep scowl, light scowl
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Definition Context
Understanding that a scow is not just any boat, but specifically designed for stability in shallow waters.
Many cargo boats used for rivers can be referred to as scows.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Expression
The word 'scow' can also describe a frown or an angry expression, showing displeasure.
She scowled at him when he made a joke about her mistake.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
In certain cultures, scows symbolize hard work and community, often associated with traditional fishing practices.
Fishing towns often rely on scows for daily operations.
Pro Tip 1/3Definition Context
Understanding that a scow is not just any boat, but specifically designed for stability in shallow waters.
Many cargo boats used for rivers can be referred to as scows.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Expression
The word 'scow' can also describe a frown or an angry expression, showing displeasure.
She scowled at him when he made a joke about her mistake.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
In certain cultures, scows symbolize hard work and community, often associated with traditional fishing practices.
Fishing towns often rely on scows for daily operations.
Pro Tip 1/3Definition Context
Understanding that a scow is not just any boat, but specifically designed for stability in shallow waters.
Many cargo boats used for rivers can be referred to as scows.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Expression
The word 'scow' can also describe a frown or an angry expression, showing displeasure.
She scowled at him when he made a joke about her mistake.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
In certain cultures, scows symbolize hard work and community, often associated with traditional fishing practices.
Fishing towns often rely on scows for daily operations.
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