Nautical Term: Tow
Definition of Tow
drew refers to the act of pulling a vessel or an object through water. This can be achieved by attaching a rope or a cable to the object and pulling it from a separate vessel or from the shore.
For example, during a rescue operation, a lifeboat crew may tow an stranded vessel to safety by attaching a towline to the other vessel and pulling it through the water.
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