dahabeah

/dɑːbɛːˈɑː/ or /dɑːbɪˈɑː/ (DAH-bay-AH or DAH-bee-AH)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of traditional Egyptian sailboat with a flat bottom and a cabin for passengers

“The dahabeah cruised down the Nile River, taking in the sights of ancient Egypt.”

Synonyms

  • houseboat
  • sailboat

Antonyms

  • motorboat