prahu
Americannoun
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In fact, the prahu behaved in the most alarming manner, absolutely refusing to steer, and turning broadside on to the constantly increasing swell.
From The Last Voyage to India and Australia, in the 'Sunbeam' by R. T. (Robert Taylor) Pritchett
Then we joined company, and as soon as the prahu had discharged all her passengers and cargo our little flotilla201 proceeded in the original order down the river.
From The Last Voyage to India and Australia, in the 'Sunbeam' by R. T. (Robert Taylor) Pritchett
Observing, it is to be presumed, that the boat was so well-armed, and the men were loading the gun, the prahu ceased pulling, and hoisted Dutch colours.
From Borneo and the Indian Archipelago with drawings of costume and scenery by Frank Marryat
In the mean time, the barge proceeded towards a large village in search of the prahu.
From Borneo and the Indian Archipelago with drawings of costume and scenery by Frank Marryat
As she was beyond the reach of the steamer, Captain Brooke turned to the second prahu, which was now fast nearing the shore.
From Sketches of Our Life at Sarawak by Henriette McDougall
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