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Also known as junk (ship)

type of vessel typically of Southeast Asian or East Asian origin

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A junk is a type of sailing vessel that originated in Southeast Asia and East Asia, traditionally featuring a distinctive design with flat bottoms and battened sails. These sturdy ships were historically important for trade, fishing, and transportation across Asian waters.

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Subclass of
sailboat
Country of origin
China
Image
Kangxi-Reise.jpg
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has characteristic
robustness
Commons category
Junk (ship)
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