noun
- 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 'coracle' in some contexts; chiefly Irish and Scottish; Historical and traditional watercraft
Examples
- The fisherman paddled his curragh across the bay with practiced ease.
- Ancient curraghs were constructed using willow frames and animal skins.
- Irish monks are said to have traveled in curraghs to reach distant islands.
- The curragh's shallow draft made it ideal for navigating coastal waters.
- Museum exhibits display replicas of traditional curraghs used centuries ago.