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The term "naggar" refers to a type of cargo boat traditionally used on the upper Nile River. These boats are known for their use in transporting goods along this vital waterway. The word "naggar" originates from the Arabic term nuqqār.1

A "snag boat," on the other hand, is a steamboat equipped with specialized apparatus designed to clear inland waterways of obstructions like snags.2

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