Meaning
A narrow shallow boat, square at both ends, traditionally propelled by a pole.
Etymology
Origin: Old English
From Old English punt, from Latin pontō (“Gaulish flat-bottomed boat, pontoon”), from pons (“bridge”); readopted from Middle Low German punte (“ferry boat”) or Middle Dutch ponte (“ferry boat”) of the same origin.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 8 recorded puzzles: