shallow-draught

Describes a vessel (such as a boat or ship) that has a relatively small depth of water needed to float, allowing it to navigate in shallow waters.

• 🌐يصف سفينة أو قاربًا يحتاج إلى عمق ضئيل من الماء للإبحار، مما يسمح له بالتنقل في المياه الضحلة.

1. Low water depth requirement C1 formal

   Describes a vessel that requires only a small depth of water to float, as its keel sits close to the waterline.

   • The shallow-draught boat could navigate the narrow river channels.
   • They used a shallow-draught vessel to explore the coastal marshes.
   • Shallow-draught ships are ideal for ports with limited depth.

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   المرادفات: shallow-draft