carvel
/ˈkɑrvəl/
noun
- A type of small sailing ship used in the 15th and 16th centuries, known for its speed and maneuverability.
- The carvel's lateen sails allowed it to sail close to the wind.
- The museum displayed a replica of a carvel used by Portuguese explorers.
- Caravels were essential for long voyages during the Age of Discovery.