1. a type of kayak used by Aleut and Inuit peoples, typically made of sealskin stretched over a wooden frame
Usage: historical; nautical

Examples

• The Aleut hunter paddled his bidarka through the rough waters.
• Traditional bidarkas were essential for hunting sea mammals.
• The museum displayed a well-preserved bidarka from the 19th century.
• She learned about the construction techniques used to make bidarkas.
• The bidarka’s design allowed for swift movement through Arctic waters.