Definition

Not having a sail, typically referring to a type of boat or vessel.

Example

The sailless boat glided smoothly across the water.

Conversation

Did you see that sailless boat in the harbor?

Yeah, it looked really interesting without a sail.

I wonder how it moves through the water if it’s sailless.

Maybe it has a motor or some other way to get around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sailless is formed from "sail" (from Old English "sægl", meaning a piece of fabric used to catch wind) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "sailless" means without a sail, typically referring to a boat or vessel that lacks this essential feature for navigation.

Memory Tip

Imagine a boat that is missing its 'sail' — that's what 'sailless' means, a boat without a sail.

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