umiaq

/uːmiɑq/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of traditional Inuit boat or kayak, typically made from a single piece of wood and propelled by a double-bladed paddle.

“The Inuit hunters used their umiaq to navigate through the icy waters in search of seals.”

Synonyms

  • canoe
  • kayak

Antonyms

  • ship
  • vessel