PT boat

/ˌˈpi ˌti ˈboʊt/
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Other forms: PT boats

Definitions of PT boat
  1. noun
    a small fast unarmored and lightly armed torpedo boat; P(atrol) T(orpedo) boat
    synonyms: mosquito boat, mosquito craft, motor torpedo boat
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    type of:
    torpedo boat
    small high-speed warship designed for torpedo attacks in coastal waters
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