Definition

A length or piece of hollow material, often used for carrying liquids or gases, or a recreational activity involving floating on water in an inflatable tube.

Example

We went tubing down the river on a hot summer day.

Conversation

Have you ever tried tubing down the river?

Yeah, it's such a fun way to spend a hot day!

I can't wait to go tubing again this summer.

Me too! We should plan a trip together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tubing → It is formed from "tube" (from Latin "tubus", meaning a pipe or hollow cylinder) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "tubing" refers to the process or material related to the use of tubes.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tube' as a hollow cylinder, and remember that 'tubing' refers to the action or material involving tubes.

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