Packet Boat (Noun)
Meaning
A boat for carrying mail.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The packet boat was a vital link between the mainland and the island, carrying mail and supplies to the residents.
- In the 19th century, packet boats were the primary means of transporting mail across the Atlantic Ocean.
- The packet boat was delayed due to bad weather, causing a backlog of mail to accumulate at the port.
- The packet boat's cargo hold was filled with sacks of mail, bound for destinations all over the world.
- The introduction of steam-powered packet boats revolutionized the mail service, reducing delivery times and increasing efficiency.