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Yaleséui yihk syùhn
Definition
Hydrofoil; a type of boat with underwater foils that lift the hull to reduce drag and increase speed.
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How it's used
Hydrofoils were once the primary high speed mode of transport between Hong Kong and Macau. While they have been largely replaced by larger, more stable catamarans, the term remains deeply embedded in the local vocabulary for any fast ferry service. It is common to hear people use this term generically even when referring to modern vessels that are technically different in design.
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We are taking the hydrofoil to Macau for fun.
Related words
Common phrases
to take a hydrofoil
hydrofoil ferry terminal
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