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ferries

The word “ferries” has 2 syllables: fer-ries

It's pronounced as /ˈfɛr.iːz/

What is synonym and antonym for ferries?

In the thesaurus, “ferries” has 83 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for ferries along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ferries

Meanings of ferries

  • noun
    1. A ship used to transport people, smaller vehicles and goods from one port to another, usually on a regular schedule.
    2. A place where passengers are transported across water in such a ship.
    3. The legal right or franchise that entitles a corporate body or an individual to operate such a service.
  • verb
    1. To carry; transport; convey.
    2. To move someone or something from one place to another, usually repeatedly.
    3. To carry or transport over a contracted body of water, as a river or strait, in a boat or other floating conveyance plying between opposite shores.
    4. To pass over water in a boat or by ferry.

Example Sentences

  • The city operates several ferries to connect the islands.
  • Tourists often enjoy riding the ferries to see the skyline from the water.
  • The storm caused delays for the ferries leaving the harbor.
  • These ferries can carry both passengers and vehicles across the bay.
  • On weekends, the ferries are usually crowded with commuters and visitors.

On this page you'll find 83 synonyms or another words to ferries, such as: air-cushion vehicles, airboats, auxiliaries, bankers, barges, bears, boats.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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