Banca
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɐŋˈkaʔ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Banca is a noun meaning (Philippines, nautical) A canoe; an outrigger canoe or dugout.
Meaning
(Philippines, nautical) A canoe; an outrigger canoe or dugout.
Example Sentences
In towns on plains near the sea it is difficult to secure good water. The rivers are salt and water has to be carried in bancas many miles. An open banca is neither a clean nor a safe way to carry water.
Word Forms
- bancas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include motorized, banking, banque, bank, banks, bungo.
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