1. A fast, light outrigger boat used in the Pacific islands, with a single outrigger on one side and a sail.
Usage: nautical; also spelled 'prau' or 'prahu'

Examples

• The fishermen launched their proa at dawn to catch the morning tide.
• Traditional proas are still used by some island communities for fishing and transport.
• The proa's outrigger design makes it stable even in rough ocean conditions.
• Sailors admired the speed and maneuverability of the ancient proa.
• The museum displayed a restored proa from the 18th century.