1. A small, lightweight boat made of animal hides or canvas stretched over a wooden or wicker frame, traditionally used in Ireland and Scotland.
Usage: Also spelled 'currach' or 'coracle' in some regions.; Chiefly Irish and Scottish.

Examples

• The fisherman rowed his curagh across the bay.
• Ancient Celtic peoples used curaghes to navigate coastal waters.
• The curagh was designed to be portable and easy to repair.
• Traditional curaghes are still built and used in parts of Ireland today.