shallop Meaning, Definition & Usage

Shal"lop noun

Etymology

F. chaloupe, probably from D. sloep. Cf. Sloop.

Definitions

1. (Naut.) A boat.

   [She] thrust the shallop from the floating strand. Spenser.

   ✍ The term shallop is applied to boats of all sizes, from a light canoe up to a large boat with masts and sails.