ferry

The word “ferry” has 2 syllables: fer-ry

It's pronounced as /ˈfɛr.i/


What is synonym and antonym for ferry?

In the thesaurus, “ferry” has 82 synonyms.

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


Synonyms for ferry

Meanings of ferry

  • 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

  • We took the ferry across the river to reach the island.
  • The ferry departs every hour from the main dock.
  • A strong wind delayed the arrival of the ferry.
  • They boarded the ferry just before sunset.
  • The ferry service was suspended due to heavy fog.

On this page you'll find 82 synonyms or another words to ferry, such as: air-cushion vehicle, airboat, auxiliary, banker, barge, bear, boat.

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