donkey boiler

Definitions of donkey boiler
  1. noun
    (nautical) an extra boiler (as a ship's boiler that is used while the ship is in port)
    synonyms: auxiliary boiler
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    type of:
    boiler, steam boiler
    sealed vessel where water is converted to steam
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