Canoe

Etymology
Adopted in 16th century from canoa:, borrowed in turn by Columbus from  kanoa:.

Alternative forms

 * kanuu (Jamaican English)

Noun

 * 1) A small long and narrow boat, propelled by one or more people (depending on the size of canoe), using single-bladed paddles. The paddlers face in the direction of travel, in either a seated position, or kneeling on the bottom of the boat. Canoes are open on top, and pointed at both ends.
 * 2)  An oversize, usually older, luxury car.

Verb

 * 1) To ride or paddle a canoe.