a boat used to transport passengers between a cruise ship and shore in shallow waters
An Aviso
Pinnace
The American word for the boat that takes you from a cruise ship to shore is called a "tender." Tenders are typically smaller boats used to transport passengers to and from the ship when it is anchored offshore and unable to dock directly at a port.
Sending telegraph messages from ship to shore.
A boat or ship.
The lifeboat is the most commonly used boat for rescuing passengers on a sinking ship.
To secure a ship using cables from the shore, mooring lines or warps are typically employed. These lines connect the ship to fixed points on the shore, such as bollards or cleats, ensuring the vessel remains stable and prevents drifting due to wind or currents. Additionally, fenders may be used to protect the ship's hull from damage while docked.
wreck
it was a shipment trade boat used by the British.
We often hear the therm christening used when referring to the naming of a boat or ship.
The large boat has a dinghy that is used to make little trips to shore.
A boat is a small wooden vessel. Although it can be made of metal. It unusually hold no more than 5-6 people and is often used for quick transport or for casual fishing out in the ocean. Ships, on the other hand, are massive constructions used for mass transport of people and goods. The Titanic is an example of a ship, while, say, a Canoe is an example of a boat. The main difference between a boat and a ship is purely size. A ship is considerably larger than a boat, to the extent that a boat could actually fit on a ship.