Dahabiyas

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A type of traditional wooden boat often used for leisurely river cruises in Egypt, especially along the Nile
2. A historical vessel characterized by its distinctive shape, designed for entertainment and tourism, particularly in Egyptian waters
3. Typically a sailing craft featuring a lateen sail, commonly utilized for cultural and recreational purposes on the Nile River

Etymology: "Dahabiyas" is the plural of "dahabiya," which comes from Arabic "dhahabiyya," meaning "golden," from "dhahab," gold, probably a reference to the gilded ornamentation of these Nile cruising boats.