houseboat
noun
house·boat
ˈhau̇s-ˌbōt 
: a boat fitted for use as a dwelling
especially
: a pleasure craft with a broad beam, a usually shallow draft, and a large superstructure resembling a house
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The startling find came to light after a person navigating a houseboat last week bumped into an obstruction in the river and damaged the vessel, said Ken Casparis, a spokesman for the county.
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Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 3 June 2024
One shopper uses it to save energy while cooling their houseboat each summer, while others use it for camping to cool off tents and RVs alike.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 26 May 2024
There are sunset dinner cruises and multi-million dollar houseboats.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 23 May 2024
Lake Powell Located near Page, this waterway is a popular destination for boat-goers who are looking to rent houseboats, Getmyboat reported.
—The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
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Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 3 June 2024
One shopper uses it to save energy while cooling their houseboat each summer, while others use it for camping to cool off tents and RVs alike.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 26 May 2024
There are sunset dinner cruises and multi-million dollar houseboats.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 23 May 2024
Lake Powell Located near Page, this waterway is a popular destination for boat-goers who are looking to rent houseboats, Getmyboat reported.
—The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
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“Houseboat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/houseboat. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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houseboat
noun
house·boat
ˈhau̇s-ˌbōt
: a roomy usually shallow and flat-bottomed pleasure boat equipped for use as a dwelling or for cruising
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