Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

periagua

noun

/ˌpɛrɪˈɑːɡwə/

Definition

A large canoe or small boat used in rivers and coastal waters, particularly in tropical regions.

Examples

The fishermen used a periagua to navigate the narrow river.
During the festival, colorful periaguas were seen racing across the water.
She learned to paddle the periagua with precision, amazed by how swiftly it cut through the water.

Meaning

Periagua refers to a type of shallow-draught watercraft that is often made from a single tree trunk and is used for transportation or fishing in rivers and lakes.