noun
- a person who lives on or operates a houseboat
Usage: informal; chiefly North American
Examples
- The houseboater spent most weekends on the river.
- Many houseboaters enjoy the freedom of living on the water.
- She became a houseboater after retiring from her job in the city.
- Local houseboaters often gather at the marina to share tips about boat maintenance.
- The houseboater navigated the narrow canal with practiced ease.