Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A vessel engaged in the halibut-fishery on the offshore banks; a halibut-catcher. These vessels are clipper-built and schooner-rigged.
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But I wouldn't have missed the show fer a half-share in a halibutter, "Dan whispered.
Captains Courageous Rudyard Kipling 1900
hernesheir commented on the word halibutter
I very much like this boaty word.
December 17, 2010