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Sailboat - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A sailboat is a boat propelled by wind using sails attached to masts. It is used for recreation, racing, or transportation and relies on wind direction for movement.

sailboat

/ˈseɪlˌboʊt/ /ˈseɪlˌbəʊt/

Definition:

A boat propelled by sails, typically used for recreation or sport.

Synonyms:

yacht, sloop, dinghy, schooner

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

motorboat, steamship

Common Collocations:

sailboat race, sailboat captain, sailboat trip, sailboat rental

Derivatives:

sailboating, sailboater

Usage Tips:

Use "sailboat" to refer to wind-powered vessels; avoid for motorized boats unless sails are primary propulsion.

Common Phrases:

smooth sailing, take the wind out of one's sails, under full sail

Etymology:

Derived from "sail" (Old English *segl*) + "boat" (Old English *bāt*), meaning a vessel moved by wind-catching fabric.

Examples:

  • 1. The sailboat glided across the calm lake effortlessly.
  • 2. We rented a small sailboat for our weekend adventure.
  • 3. His dream was to circumnavigate the globe in a sailboat.
  • 4. The children learned to steer the sailboat during summer camp.

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