Gondola (noun)

1. A long, narrow boat with a high prow and stern, propelled by a single oar at the stern and traditionally used in Venice, Italy for transportation along the canals.
2. A narrow boat or canoe, typically propelled by a person using a paddle or pole.

Origin:

The word "gondola" is derived from the venetian dialect of italian, in which it means "a small boat." it comes from the byzantine greek word "gúndulos", meaning "cable-drawn boat" used for transport of goods and people.

Examples:

1. We took a romantic gondola ride through the Venice canals.
2. The gondola was beautifully decorated with flowers and lanterns.
3. The gondoliers skillfully navigated the narrow canals of Venice.
4. I went gondola paddling on the lake with my friends.
5. The gondola is a traditional boat of Venice and can only be driven by licensed gondoliers.