: a vessel (such as a sailboat) with twin hulls and usually a deck or superstructure connecting the hulls
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Examples of catamaran in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebPower catamarans were also quickly adopted as race boats.—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2024 Ponant, the French expedition line, will this month launch the Spirit of Ponant, a 76-foot catamaran with six guest cabins.—Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2024 Many local marinas and tour companies offer half- or full-day rentals of pontoon boats or catamarans.—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 24 June 2024 Photo : Silent Yachts Silent 62 Tri-Deck Optimized for outdoor living and warm climate sailing, Silent Yacht’s 62 3-Deck, full-electric catamaran promises quiet, emissions-free cruising.—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for catamaran
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Word History
Etymology
Tamil kaṭṭumaram, from kaṭṭu to tie + maram tree, wood
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