ferry

US /ˈfer.i/
UK /ˈfer.i/
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a boat or ship for conveying passengers and goods, especially over a relatively short distance and as a regular service

:
We took the ferry across the lake.
The island is only accessible by ferry.
1.

convey (passengers or goods) over a short distance in a boat or by air

:
The small boat ferried passengers across the river.
Planes ferry supplies to remote areas.