bidarka

/bɪˈdɑːrkə/

Definitions

1. noun

A traditional Inuit kayak, typically with a single blade paddle and a cockpit.

“The Inuit hunters used their bidarkas to navigate through the icy waters.”

2. noun

A type of small, lightweight kayak used for hunting and fishing.

“The bidarka allowed the Inuit to reach remote areas where larger boats couldn’t go.”

Synonyms

  • canoe
  • kayak

Antonyms

  • large boat
  • ship