boei — meaning in English

English meaning

• buoy noun A floating marker anchored in water to warn of danger, mark a channel, or show a location.

Senses

boei is used for these senses in English:

• buoy (nautical) A float moored in water to mark a location, warn of danger, indicate a navigational channel or for other purposes
• fetter A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).

buoy — full definition

1. noun A floating marker anchored in water to warn of danger, mark a channel, or show a location.
2. verb To keep something floating, or to lift someone's spirits or confidence.

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