Hire (a boat) (7)

I believe the answer is:

charter

(Other definitions for charter that I've seen before include "Let or hire a ship or plane" , "Hire - document granting privileges" , "Contract to lease transportation" , "Hire a boat or aircraft" , "Formal grant" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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