"surf boat" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: surf boats [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} surf boat (plural surf boats)
  1. A type of boat used in surf lifesaving to go from shore out through the breaking waves, and back again. Current designs are rowed by a crew of four, with a sweep at the back steering. Originally used for mass rescues, but now superseded by powered craft and used only for competition. Wikipedia link: surf boat Categories (topical): Watercraft

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