wagoma

/wɑːɡəmə/ or /wɑːɡoʊmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of traditional boat or canoe originating from East Africa, particularly in the coastal regions of Tanzania and Kenya.

“The tourists took a wagoma to explore the islands near Zanzibar.”

2. proper noun

The Wagoma people, an ethnic group from Tanzania and Kenya.

“The Wagoma people have a rich cultural heritage and a strong sense of community.”

Synonyms

  • canoe
  • dhow

Antonyms

  • motorboat
  • sailboat