jonque

/dʒɒŋk/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of small boat used in the Pacific islands for fishing and transportation

“The villagers used a jonque to sail across the lagoon.”

2. verb

to navigate or sail a jonque

“They jonqued across the reef to reach the other side.”

Synonyms

  • canoe
  • dugout

Antonyms

  • motorboat
  • yacht