Main Entry: wher·ry

Pronunciation: \ˈhwer-ē, ˈwer-\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural wherries

Etymology: Middle English whery

Date: 15th century

1 : any of various light boats: as a : a long light rowboat made sharp at both ends and used to transport passengers on rivers and about harbors b : a racing scull for one person
2 : a large light barge, lighter, or fishing boat varying in type in different parts of Great Britain