Definition

Able to be traveled or navigated using a canoe.

Example

The river is canoeable during the summer months when the water levels are high.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you checked out that river near the park?

Yeah, I heard it's really nice for kayaking.

I want to go there because it's supposed to be very canoeable.

Definitely! We should plan a trip this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Canoeable → It is formed from "canoe" (from the Carib word "kanawa", meaning a dugout boat) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "canoeable" means capable of being navigated or used with a canoe.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'canoe' as a type of boat, and '-able' means capable of. So, 'canoeable' describes something that can be used with a canoe.

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