Definition

A sport or activity where a person rides on a board over the surface of water, typically using waves.

Example

Surfboarding is a popular activity at the beach during the summer.

Conversation

Have you ever tried surfboarding at the beach?

No, but it looks so exciting!

You should definitely give surfboarding a shot; it's really fun!

I might just do that, especially with the summer coming up!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Surfboarding → It is formed from "surf" (from the Old English *syrf*, meaning to ride on waves) and "boarding" (from "board" which comes from Old English *bord*, meaning a flat piece of wood). The word "surfboarding" refers to the activity of riding on waves while standing on a flat board.

Memory Tip

Think of 'surfing' on waves and 'boarding' on a flat piece of wood — that's how surfboarding means riding waves on a board.

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