raidingboats
nounUK /ˈreɪdɪŋ bəʊts/
US /ˈreɪdɪŋ boʊts/
Boats used by people who attack and take things quickly.
The Vikings sailed in raidingboats to surprise the villages along the coast.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Small fast boats used by thieves to rob other ships.
The guards spotted the raidingboats approaching the cargo ship at night.
3. Boats sent out in a game to capture the other team's flag.
Our raidingboats crossed the lake before the defenders could react.
4. Historic boats used for sudden military strikes on shore.
The museum displays models of ancient raidingboats with oars and shields.