ˈprau̇ noun
or pra·hu “, ˈprä(ˌ)hü ; or prao ˈprau̇ ; or proa ˈprōə ; also prow or praw ˈprau̇
( -s )
Etymology: Malay pĕrahu, probably from Marathi paḍāv
: one of several usually undecked Indonesian boats propelled by sails, oars, or paddles ; especially : a swift light sailing craft about 30 feet long and 4 feet wide which has an upcurved equally sharp stem and stern so that sailing in either direction is possible, which has a curved windward side and a straight leeward side with a small canoe or other outrigger attached, and which has a large triangular sail attached to a long yard and hung obliquely from a short mast