Pronunciation: [kˈɪlə bˈə͡ʊt] (IPA) 
The word "killer boat" is spelled with the phonetic transcription /ˈkɪlər boʊt/. The first syllable "kil" is pronounced with a short "i" sound followed by a soft "l". The second syllable "ler" also has a short "e" sound and ends with the "r" sound. The final syllable "boat" is pronounced with a long "o" sound and ends with a hard "t". This word is often used to describe a boat that is capable of causing harm or destruction.
A "killer boat" refers to a water vessel or ship that possesses characteristics or is involved in actions that result in loss of life, often intentionally or through negligence. This term is commonly used to describe boats which have infamously caused fatalities due to their design flaws, operational failures, or deliberate acts.
A killer boat is typically associated with incidents at sea and its negative connotations emphasize the tragic consequences it has caused. This type of boat can include passenger ships, fishing vessels, pleasure crafts, or military vessels, all having been involved in accidents or incidents resulting in substantial loss of life.
The term "killer boat" can also be deployed metaphorically to describe boats or ships that have a malevolent reputation, due to their involvement in illegal activities, such as piracy or smuggling, resulting in fatal outcomes. In this context, the boat's primary purpose may not necessarily be carrying out violent acts, yet it plays an instrumental role in facilitating the execution of such activities.
Overall, a killer boat describes any watercraft that has been associated with significant loss of life, either purposefully or inadvertently, often highlighting the tragic nature of the incidents it has been involved in.
