1. Plural of dahabieh; large, flat-bottomed sailing boats used on the Nile River, typically equipped with a cabin and used for passenger transport or leisure cruises.
Usage: Also spelled dahabiyah, dahabeah, or dahabiya; Primarily historical and travel-related; Common in Egyptian and Middle Eastern contexts

Examples

• The tourists boarded the dahabiahs for a leisurely journey down the Nile.
• Dahabiahs were the preferred vessels for 19th-century travelers exploring Egypt.
• The captain steered the dahabieh through the narrow channels with practiced ease.
• Several dahabiahs lined the riverbank, their white sails catching the morning breeze.
• Wealthy visitors often rented dahabiahs to experience the river in comfort and style.