Bumboat
/ˈbʌmbəʊt/
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Pro Tip 1/3Maritime Use
Bumboats are traditionally associated with nautical activities and ports. 
The crew awaited the bumboat to deliver their mail from shore.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Context
Bumboats have been used historically and may not be as common today. 
Historical novels describe bumboats approaching tall ships.
Pro Tip 3/3Specific Locations
Usage of 'bumboat' mostly in places with maritime culture like Singapore and UK. 
She took a bumboat ride to visit the island off Singapore's coast.