Definition: A boatwright is a person who specializes in creating and repairing boats. They are often involved in the construction of wooden, metal, or composite boats for recreational or commercial use. Boatswrights may also specialize in designing and building ships, which can be used as transportation or military vessels. Boatwrights typically have specialized skills in woodworking and engineering, including knowledge of materials, tools, and techniques for creating boat components such as sails, rudder, and hulls.