A whaleboat or whaler is a type of open boat that is relatively narrow and pointed at both ends. It was originally developed for whaling, and later became popular for work along beaches, since it does not need to be turned around for beaching or refloating. The term "whaleboat" may be used informally of larger whalers, or of a boat used for whale watching.
Whaleboat
Hvalfangstbåt (norwegian bokmål), Valfångstbåt (swedish)
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Open, double-ended, round-bottomed rowing boats usually also equipped with a sail, in the 25- to 35-foot range, designed originally for the harpooning of whales; often attached to larger ships but may operate from shore.
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Whaleboat
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Hvalfangstbåt
Valfångstbåt
Description
Open, double-ended, round-bottomed rowing boats usually also equipped with a sail, in the 25- to 35-foot range, designed originally for the harpooning of whales; often attached to larger ships but may operate from shore.
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