What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
drogher
Example
The drogher was loaded with coal and sailed down the river. [drogher: noun]
Example
The tugboat pulled the drogher along the canal. [drogher: noun]
coaster
Example
The coaster delivered the cargo to the port. [coaster: noun]
Example
The captain navigated the coaster through the narrow channel. [coaster: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Coaster is more commonly used than drogher in everyday language. Coaster is a versatile term that covers a wide range of contexts, while drogher is a more specialized term used mainly in the shipping industry.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between drogher and coaster?
Both drogher and coaster are formal terms used mainly in the shipping industry and are not commonly used in everyday language.
