coracle

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A boat made by covering a wicker frame with leather or oilcloth. It was used by the ancient Britons, and is still used by fisherman in Wales and some parts of Ireland. Also, a similar boat used in Thibet and in Egypt.

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Consequently, Lugh was unable to refuse their request to use Lugh's currach (coracle) or boat, the "Wave-Sweeper" (Irish Sguaba Tuinne main). Source: Internet

Hull form then proceeded to the coracle shape and on to more sophisticated forms as the science of naval architecture advanced. Source: Internet

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