What is another word for carack?

Pronunciation: [kˈaɹak] (IPA)

A carack is an ancient type of large sailing ship that was commonly used during the 15th and 16th centuries. Synonyms for carack include carrack, naus, nao, and trading vessel. These words are used to describe a type of ship that was typically three or four-masted and had a high rounded stern and a narrow, tall bow. Caracks were primarily used for trading purposes and were heavily armed to protect their cargo from pirates and other threats. While no longer commonly used in modern times, the word carack and its synonyms help to preserve the history and legacy of these magnificent vessels.

Synonyms for Carack:

What are the hypernyms for Carack?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Carack?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for carack (as nouns)

Usage examples for Carack

Had he not scuttled a Spanish carack four years ago in the bay of Funchal?
"The Sea-Hawk"
Raphael Sabatini
In his efforts to seek distraction from the torturing images ever in his mind he took to the sea with three galleys, and thus some two weeks later came face to face with Master Jasper Leigh aboard the Spanish carack which he captured under Cape Spartel.
"The Sea-Hawk"
Raphael Sabatini
Aboard the carack, Sakr-el-Bahr bestowed Rosamund in the cabin over the quarter, taking the precaution to lock the door that led to the stern-gallery.
"The Sea-Hawk"
Raphael Sabatini

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