Definition

A type of small boat that is made from a single hollowed-out tree trunk, similar to a canoe.

Example

The fisherman paddled his pirogue quietly along the river.

Conversation

Have you ever tried paddling a pirogue?

No, I haven't! What’s it like?

It's really fun and easy to maneuver on calm waters.

That sounds great! I’d love to give a pirogue a try sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pirogue → The word 'pirogue' originates from the French 'pirogue', which itself comes from the Spanish 'piragua', meaning a type of canoe or small boat. The term is used to describe a narrow, flat-bottomed boat traditionally used in shallow waters.

Memory Tip

Imagine a small, flat-bottomed boat used in shallow waters — that's what a pirogue is, and it connects to its origins in the French and Spanish words for canoe.

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