catamaran
Translation
catamaran
Examples
We sailed on a large catamaran.
We sailed on a large catamaran.
The catamaran is a very stable boat.
The catamaran is a very stable boat.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) catamaran A type of boat with two parallel hulls. They chartered a catamaran for the trip.
Similar Words
Synonyms: twin-hulled boat, multihull
Etymology
From Tamil 'kaṭṭumaram', meaning 'tied wood'.
Memory Tips
Picture a CAT sitting on two logs (maran) tied together, floating on the water.