motor sailer
motorboat
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A motor sailer is a type of motorboat that is equipped with sailing equipment. It is designed primarily to operate as a motorboat but can also use sails for auxiliary power. This contrasts with an auxiliary sailboat, which is primarily a sailing craft with an engine for assistance. Motorboats, in general, are watercraft propelled by an engine, ranging from small, single-person craft to larger vessels over 100 feet. They are commonly used for recreation, including cruising, fishing, and water sports.12
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