Definition

A person who operates or navigates a sailboat.

Example

The sailboater skillfully maneuvered the boat through the waves.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming a sailboater?

Actually, I have! It sounds like such a relaxing hobby.

Yeah, I think it would be great to spend weekends sailing.

Definitely! We should find a class for sailboaters together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sailboater → It is formed from "sail" (from Old English *sægl*, meaning a piece of fabric used to catch wind) and "boater" (from "boat" which comes from Old English *bāt*, meaning a small vessel for traveling on water, plus the suffix "-er" meaning a person who). The word "sailboater" refers to a person who operates or uses a sailboat.

Memory Tip

Think of someone using a "sail" to catch the wind and move a "boat" — that's why a sailboater is a person who sails a boat.

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