Boat Whistle for Dummies

Alright, so a boat whistle is a device that makes a loud sound to signal something to other boats or people. It's like a really loud whistle that boats use to communicate with each other when they're out on the water. Just like how you might use a whistle at recess to get your friends' attention, boats use a boat whistle to let other boats know where they are, or to get someone's attention if there's a potential danger like if it's really foggy and they need to let others know where they are.

For some boats, a boat whistle is a legal requirement, meaning they have to have one on board in order to comply with safety regulations and communicate with other boats. It's kind of like how cars have to have headlights and taillights to see and be seen on the road.

So, basically, when you hear the term "boat whistle," it's referring to the device that boats use to make a loud noise for signaling and safety purposes. Just like a whistle on the playground signals to your friends, the boat whistle signals to other boats out on the water. Make sense?