Dingey vs. Dinghy

Dingeynoun

a small boat propelled by oars or sails, used in the East Indies, in sheltered waters.

Dingeynoun

a small boat intended to be used as a tender or lifeboat, carried or towed by a ship. It may be propelled by oars, sail, or a motor.

Dingeynoun

a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled.

Dinghynoun

(nautical) A small open boat, propelled by oars or paddles, carried as a tender, lifeboat, or pleasure craft on a ship.

Dinghynoun

(nautical) An inflatable rubber life raft.

Dinghynoun

a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled

Dinghy

A dinghy is a type of small boat, often carried or towed by a larger vessel for use as a lifeboat or tender. Utility dinghies are usually rowboats or have an outboard motor.