Fast German World War II vessel (1-4)

I believe the answer is:

e-boat

(Other definitions for e-boat that I've seen before include "Torpedo-vessel" , "German WWII fast motor torpedo vessel" , "Enemy vessel" , "German WW2 torpedo vessel" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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