Pirogue (Noun)
Meaning
A canoe made by hollowing out and shaping a large log.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The village elder carefully crafted a pirogue from the ancient cypress tree that had fallen by the riverbank.
- As a young boy, Jacques learned the art of building a sturdy pirogue from his father in the bayou.
- Their pirogue glided smoothly across the calm surface of the lake, a testament to their craftsmanship.
- Historians believe the early inhabitants of the island used pirogues to fish and transport goods across the waters.
- After weeks of searching, the archaeologists finally discovered the remains of a well-preserved pirogue in the muddy riverbed.