Definition

The activity of using a sailboat to travel on water.

Example

Sailboating is a popular summer activity for many families.

Conversation

Have you ever tried sailboating on the lake?

Not yet, but it sounds like a lot of fun!

You should definitely give it a shot; it's so relaxing to be out on the water while sailboating.

I would love to! Let's plan a weekend for it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sailboating → It is formed from "sail" (from Old English *segel*, meaning a piece of fabric used to catch wind) and "boating" (from "boat" which comes from Old English *bat*, meaning a small vessel for traveling on water, combined with the suffix "-ing" indicating the action of). The word "sailboating" refers to the activity of using a sailboat to navigate on water.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sail' as a piece of fabric that catches the wind, and 'boating' as the action of using a boat. Together, they help you remember that sailboating is the activity of navigating on water using a sail.

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