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ferries

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈfɛɹiz// UK //fˈɛɹɪz// fer·ries

n. boats or ships that carry people, cars, and goods across a short distance of water. They usually travel back and forth on a regular schedule.

n. vessels used to transport passengers, vehicles, or cargo across a body of water, typically on a regular, scheduled route.


SIMPLE

The ferries leave the harbor every hour.

CONTEXTUAL

Commuters rely on the local ferries to cross the river during rush hour when the bridges are crowded.

COMPLEX

The archipelago is connected by a network of high-speed ferries that allow residents to move between the islands with the same ease as taking a bus.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'ferry'; follows the standard rule of changing 'y' to 'i' before adding 'es'.

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