barge

noun

Pronunciation: /bɑːrdʒ/

Definition

A long, flat-bottomed boat used for transporting heavy goods on rivers and canals.

Examples

• The barge was towed slowly along the canal by a small tugboat.

• Heavy construction materials were delivered to the site by barge.

• We watched the coal barge drift lazily toward the industrial port.

How to Use barge

barge in (phrasal verb)

to enter a room or situation rudely or without permission — "Please knock before you barge in."

barge into (phrasal verb)

to enter a space forcefully or to collide with someone — "He barged into me while running to catch the bus."

Synonyms of barge

Words with a similar meaning to barge:

• boat
• vessel
• scow
• lighter

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