A small ship is a type of vessel that is smaller than a BOAT. It can be either a sailboat or a motorboat, and is typically used for recreational purposes. Two examples of small ships are the BOAT and the YAWL. A BOAT is a small, lightweight vessel propelled by oars, sails, or an engine. A YAWL is a two-masted sailing vessel with the mizzenmast stepped aft of the rudderpost. Both boats and yawls are popular choices for recreational sailing and fishing.