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The type of Chinese sailing boat called a 'junk' derives its name from the Portugese 'junco' which came from the Malay 'jong', which is thought to come from the Javanese 'djong'.
The word 'junk' in this sense has been used in English since at least the fourteenth century and probably earlier.
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Where did the Junk Boats sail?
The junk boats were sailed around the coastlines of China.
Why are junk boats called junk boats?
If you trace the origins of the word you will find it comes from words meaning "boat". So, it doesn't really add much meaning. Of course, it's only used for a particular sort of boat, particularly the Chinese junk.
What is a Hong Kong boat called?
You're probably referring to the boats commonly seen trolling the waters of Victoria/Hong Kong Harbor and that are likewise commonly seen in movies filmed in Hong Kong. They are called "junks or "junk boats". The term "junk" is a derivative of the Portuguese word "junco".
What are Chinese junk boats used for?
Chinese junk boats are primarily used for trading and transporting exports and imports. In the past, they also have been used for military combat.
What do the words junk yacht and tanker have in common?
They are all boats.
What is junk email called?
Spam or junk.
What was ancient Greeks boats called?
War boats were called triremes.
What where the vikings boats called?
The viking boats were called tall ships
What are small boats in Venice called?
The small boats of Venice are called gondolas.
Where were viking boats called long boats?
yes
What are the extra boats Called on a ship?
life boats
What are arctic boats called?
the boats look a little like a canoe and are called kayaks
