prau

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prau

noun \ˈpra, ˈprä-ˌü\

Definition of PRAU

: any of various Indonesian boats usually without a deck that are propelled especially by sails or paddles

Variants of PRAU

prau or proa \ˈprō-ə\

Origin of PRAU

Malay pĕrahu
First Known Use: 1582

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