FERRY

ferry,n.1. A boat or vessel used to carry persons or property across water, usu. with fixed

terminals and short distances. [Cases: Ferries 2.] 2. The commercial transportation of persons or

property across water. [Cases: Ferries 2.] 3. The place where a ferry passes across water,

including the continuation of the highway on both sides of the water. [Cases: Ferries 3.] 4. The

right, usu. exclusive, given by government franchise, to carry persons or property across water for

a fee. — Also termed ferry franchise. [Cases: Ferries 9.]

ferry,vb. To carry persons or property, usu. across water, for a fee.[Blacks Law 8th]