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schooner

/skuːnə(ɹ)/ noun C1
  1. A sailing ship with two or more masts, all with fore-and-aft sails; if two masted, having a foremast and a mainmast.
  2. A large goblet or drinking glass, used for lager or ale (Wikipedia). (US)
  3. A covered wagon used by emigrants.

Plural schooners

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Around the schooner lay a number of small fishing-boats belonging to the fishermen of the neighboring village, like humble subjects awaiting orders from their queen.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 861 · C1
It is a legendary fishing schooner that holds a special place in Canadian history.
The Legend of the Bluenose, p. 1 · B2
For the next seventeen years, this magnificent schooner remained completely undefeated.
The Legend of the Bluenose, p. 1 · B2
The legacy of this incredible schooner was far too important to be forgotten.
The Legend of the Bluenose, p. 1 · B2

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