n. [ F. chaloupe, probably from D. sloep. Cf. Sloop. ] (Naut.) A boat. [ 1913 Webster ]

[ She ] thrust the shallop from the floating strand. Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]

☞ The term shallop is applied to boats of all sizes, from a light canoe up to a large boat with masts and sails. [ 1913 Webster ]