pirogue

Definition

A canoe of shallow draft, made by hollowing a log.

Etymology

From French pirogue, in turn from Spanish piragua, from Kari'na piraua. Doublet of periagua.

Example Sentences

• "There are even more elaborately prepared Cajun specialties, such as Bayou Bouillabaisse and pirogue of pasta and seafood."
• "The eggplant pirogue, a regional specialty, is especially good here."
• "Diners love the pirogue bread with crawfish tails, the barbecue shrimp with fiery tasso and the banana bread pudding."