Vodohod

Vodohod is a Russian word (водоход) that literally translates to "water walker" or "water goer". It typically refers to a type of river vessel or ship, especially one designed for navigating inland waterways like rivers, canals, and lakes. More broadly, it can be understood as a generic term for a motor vessel operating on inland waters. The term doesn't typically apply to ocean-going ships. It implies a certain size and capability for passenger or cargo transport on these internal waterways. The specific type of vodohod can vary, encompassing anything from small passenger ferries to larger river cruisers or cargo barges. The word emphasizes the vessel's purpose: to traverse bodies of water.