Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thonga
Noun
/ˈtɒŋə/
Definition
A term used to describe a small, traditional wooden boat, typically found in Southern Africa.
Examples
- The fishermen set out early in the morning in their thonga to catch fish.
- Children sometimes play on the sandy shore, waiting for their parents to return from the thonga trip.
Meaning
The thonga is commonly associated with fishing and transportation, especially in coastal areas and waterways.
Synonyms
- canoe
- skiff
- dinghy
- pirogue
