Meaning of the word raft in English
What does raft mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
raft
US /ræft/
UK /rɑːft/
Noun
1.
a flat buoyant structure of timber or other materials fastened together, used as a boat or floating platform
Example:
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They built a raft to cross the river.
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The survivors spent three days on a rubber raft.
2.
a large amount of something
Example:
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The company has introduced a raft of new measures.
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There is a raft of information available on the internet.
Verb
to travel or transport something on a raft
Example:
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We decided to raft down the Grand Canyon.
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The logs were rafted together and sent downstream.
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