sampan
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sam·pan

noun \ˈsam-ˌpan\

Definition of SAMPAN

: a flat-bottomed skiff used in eastern Asia and usually propelled by two short oars

Origin of SAMPAN

Chinese (Guangdong) sàambáan, from sàam three + báan board, plank
First Known Use: 1620

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