Barge

1barge pronunciation: function: noun etymology: middle english, from anglo-french, from late latin barcadate: 14th century : any of various boats: as a : a roomy usually flat-bottomed boat used chiefly for the transport of goods on inland waterways and usually propelled by towing b : a large motorboat supplied to the flag officer of a flagship c : a roomy pleasure boat; especially : a boat of state elegantly furnished and decorated