horse ferry
A 'horse ferry' is a historical mode of water transport involving horses, used before modern bridges were built.
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Definition
B2Historical Transportation
(historical)A watercraft powered by horses or mules, typically using a treadmill.
Example
- In the 19th century, a horse ferry was a common sight on the Thames River.
B2Historical Transportation
(historical)A ferry designed to carry horses across a body of water.
Example
- Before the bridge was built, they used a horse ferry to transport horses across the river.
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