"sternwheeler" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: sternwheelers [plural]
Etymology: From sternwheel + -er. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|sternwheel|er|id2=relational}} sternwheel + -er Head templates: {{en-noun}} sternwheeler (plural sternwheelers)
  1. (nautical) A vessel (especially a paddle steamer) propelled by a single paddle wheel positioned at the stern Categories (topical): Nautical Related terms: sidewheeler

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Alternative forms

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