noun

craft

A vehicle for travel on water, in the air, or in space.

The small craft crosses the bay.

Etymology

Old English craeft meant strength, skill, or an art. The word came to include the skilled work and equipment of a trade, and nautical use specialized it for boats and vessels.

More examples

Several craft hovered above the landing field.
The rescue craft approached the stranded boat.
A damaged craft returned to the harbor.

Forms

craft

Similar words

vessel: A boat or ship specifically.
vehicle: A broader means of transport.