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Definition of catamaran
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Tamil kaṭṭumaram , from kaṭṭu to tie + maram tree, wood
1673, in the meaning defined above
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“Catamaran.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catamaran. Accessed 31 Mar. 2024.
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catamaran: [noun] a vessel (such as a sailboat) with twin hulls and usually a deck or superstructure connecting the hulls.
A catamaran is a type of boat that features a dual hull design. Unlike traditional boats that have a single hull, a catamaran consists of two parallel hulls that are connected by a deck or platform. This unique design offers several advantages over monohull boats, including increased stability, speed, and spaciousness.