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gab·​bard | \ ˈgabərd \
variants: or gabbart \ -​rt \
plural -s

Definition of gabbard

: a small ship (as a lighter or barge) formerly much used in inland navigation in Scotland

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History and Etymology for gabbard

modification (influenced by -ard, -art) of Middle French gabarre, gabbarre ship, from Old Provençal gabarra

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“Gabbard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gabbard. Accessed 21 Apr. 2021.

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