skiff
UK: /skɪf/ | US: /skɪf/
n. a small, light boat, typically for one person, propelled by oars or a sail
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The word "skiff" originates from the Old Italian schifo, meaning "small boat," which likely derives from the Germanic skip (related to "ship"). Over time, it entered Middle French as esquif and later English as "skiff." Unlike compound words, "skiff" retains its original form without separable morphemes, reflecting its straightforward adoption from Romance languages. Its meaning has remained consistent, emphasizing a lightweight, simple vessel.
He rowed the skiff across the calm lake at dawn.
The fisherman used a skiff to navigate the narrow canals.
A lone skiff bobbed on the waves near the harbor.
She painted a rustic skiff tied to the wooden dock.
We rented a skiff to explore the coastal inlets.