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Bootsbauer

boatbuilder

noun BOOTS-bow-er Rare
People & Society Professions

Usage Note

Bootsbauer is a craftsman who designs and builds small watercraft, from wooden dinghies to fibreglass leisure boats. The trade (Boots- und Schiffbauer) is a dual apprenticeship recognised across Germany.

Examples

"Der Bootsbauer fertigte ein traditionelles Holzruderboot nach alten Plänen."

Natural Translation

The boatbuilder crafted a traditional wooden rowing boat from old plans.

Literal Translation

The boat-builder made a traditional wooden-rowing-boat after old plans.

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