noun
- boats or ships with two parallel hulls connected by a deck or framework
Usage: nautical; plural of catamaran
Examples
- The marina was filled with sleek catamarans ready for the regatta.
- Catamarans are popular for sailing because they’re more stable than single-hulled boats.
- The charter company rents out several catamarans for day trips.
- Racing catamarans can reach incredible speeds on calm water.
- We saw dolphins swimming alongside the catamarans in the harbor.
- The resort offers sunset cruises on their luxury catamarans.