noun
Uncommon
bac
Bac (noun) means a flat-bottomed ferry, traditionally pulled across a river by rope. Example: “Villagers crossed the river on an old wooden bac.”
noun
1
A flat-bottomed ferry, traditionally pulled across a river by rope.
"Villagers crossed the river on an old wooden bac."
2
A large open vat or cistern used for holding liquid.
"The dye was mixed in a stone bac before the wool was dipped."
How to use bac
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA flat ferryboat, or a large tub or vat.
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Word forms
- Plural
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Villagers crossed the river on an old wooden _____.
Etymology
Borrowed from French bac.
Frequently asked questions
What does “bac” mean?
The word “bac” means a flat-bottomed ferry, traditionally pulled across a river by rope. In plain terms, a flat ferryboat, or a large tub or vat.
How do you use “bac” in a sentence?
Here is “bac” used in a sentence: “Villagers crossed the river on an old wooden bac.”
What part of speech is “bac”?
“Bac” is a noun.
Where does the word “bac” come from?
The word “bac” comes from French. Borrowed from French bac.
Is “bac” a common word?
“Bac” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “bac” have?
“Bac” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a flat-bottomed ferry, traditionally pulled across a river by rope.
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