Definition of bawley in English:
 bawley
nounPlural bawleys ˈbɔːli
A fishing smack of a kind formerly used on the coasts of Essex and Kent.
 Example sentencesExamples
-  It was a wonderful sight to see 21 smacks and bawleys go off, followed half an hour later by 9 barges.
 -  Many are from the East Coast, such as barges, bawleys and smacks.
 -  Traditional smacks and bawleys can be found at the harbour throughout the year.
 -  There are still a few of these bawleys on the East Coast, mostly now used for charter.
 -  He knew the smacks, bawleys and barges, and had sailed aboard most boats suited to the tidal waters.
 
Origin
  
Late 19th century: of unknown origin.