noun
- Plural of flyboat; fast, light sailing vessels used historically for trade and transport, especially in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Usage: nautical; historical
Examples
- Dutch flyboats were renowned for their speed and efficiency in transporting cargo across European waters.
- The merchant fleet included several flyboats designed to outrun pirates.
- Flyboats played an important role in 17th-century maritime trade.
- These vessels were lighter than traditional cargo ships, allowing flyboats to navigate shallow waters.