Definition

To participate in a sport that combines elements of surfing and sailing, where a person stands on a board and uses a sail to catch the wind and move across the water.

Example

She loves to windsurf during the summer at the beach.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to windsurf before?

No, I haven't, but it looks really fun!

You should definitely give it a shot sometime; it's such a thrill to windsurf on the ocean.

I’d love to! Maybe we can go together next weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Windsurf → It is formed from "wind" (from Old English "wind", meaning moving air) and "surf" (from Old English "syrfan", meaning to ride on waves). The word "windsurf" describes the activity of riding on water while being propelled by the wind.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'wind' as the force that helps you 'ride' the waves — that's why windsurfing is all about using the wind to surf.

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