shanty

noun
[L327589]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • singular : shanty
  • plural : shanties

Senses

  • a small crudely built dwelling or shelter usually of wood
  • in railroading: a caboose
  • an outdoor toilet building, privy
  • a shed or lean-to attached to the main structure of a building
  • a small, portable shelter used for ice fishing
  • a black eye
  • a houseboat, especially a crudely built one

shanty

noun
[L1453064]

Forms

  • singular : shanty
  • plural : shanties

Senses

  • a song sung by sailors in rhythm with their work