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Catamaran: meaning, definitions and examples

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catamaran

 

[ ˌkæt.əˈmær.ən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of boat

A catamaran is a type of boat or ship that features two parallel hulls connected by a frame. This design offers greater stability compared to traditional single-hull boats, making it popular for recreational sailing and racing. Catamarans can vary in size from small vessels for leisure to large ships used for commercial purposes. The dual hulls allow for faster speeds and better handling in various water conditions.

Synonyms

double-hull vessel, twin-hull boat

Examples of usage

  • We sailed on a catamaran for the first time last summer.
  • The catamaran raced ahead of the other boats during the regatta.
  • He prefers a catamaran for its stability and comfort.
  • They rented a catamaran to explore the coastal waters.

Translations

Translations of the word "catamaran" in other languages:

🇵🇹 catamarã

🇮🇳 कैटमरान

🇩🇪 Katamaran

🇮🇩 katamaran

🇺🇦 катамаран

🇵🇱 katamaran

🇯🇵 カタマラン

🇫🇷 catamaran

🇪🇸 catamarán

🇹🇷 katamaran

🇰🇷 카타마란

🇸🇦 كاتاماران

🇨🇿 katamarán

🇸🇰 katamaran

🇨🇳 双体船

🇸🇮 katamaran

🇮🇸 katamaran

🇰🇿 катамаран

🇬🇪 კატამარანი

🇦🇿 katamaran

🇲🇽 catamarán

Etymology

The word 'catamaran' originates from the Tamil word 'kattumaram', which means 'tied wood'. The term was adopted into English in the 19th century as trade and exploration across India increased. The design of the catamaran is believed to have been inspired by traditional Indian fishing boats that utilized a two-hull structure for increased stability in the waters surrounding Tamil Nadu. As sailing technology evolved, the catamaran became popular in various regions around the world, particularly in the Pacific Islands, where indigenous peoples utilized similar designs for fishing and transportation. By the late 20th century, catamarans gained acclaim in recreational sailing and racing, leading to innovative designs and usages in leisure and tourism.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,222 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.