English Words for "Surfing"

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the activity or sport of sailing on water by standing on a special board with a sail attached to it

Ex: The beach is a popular destination for windsurfing , thanks to its consistent winds and calm waters .

the sport or activity of riding exceptionally large waves, typically over 20 feet tall, using specialized surfboards and techniques

Ex: They traveled to Hawaii to experience big wave surfing .

a type of sport in which a person stands on a surfboard that is pulled on the surface of water by a special kite

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the sport or activity of riding waves using only the body, without the aid of a board

Ex: Bodysurfing can be challenging but rewarding .

a water sport that involves riding waves on a small board, called a bodyboard, while lying on one's stomach or chest

Ex: She learned bodyboarding during her summer vacation by the coast .

the sport or activity of riding a thin, flat board over shallow water, typically near the shore

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the sport or activity of standing on a large board and propelling oneself through the water using a paddle

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to surf [verb]

to move on sea waves by standing or lying on a special board

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a technique in surfing where a surfer moves their feet along the length of the surfboard while shifting weight to maintain balance and control

Ex: The surfer 's smooth cross-step added style to the ride .

(surfing) the act of riding the front part of the surfboard while maintaining balance and control

Ex: The surfer maintained his balance during the nose ride .

a stylish maneuver in surfing where the surfer arches their body gracefully while riding a wave

Ex: Soul arches require balance and flexibility .

a surfing technique where a surfer rides inside the hollow section of a breaking wave

Ex: He 's known for his incredible tube riding skills .

the sport or activity that involves riding waves in a kayak, using paddle power to maneuver and control the kayak's movement

Ex: Surf kayaking requires skill in wave navigation .

a water sport where a person rides a buoyant board on their knees while being pulled by a boat or riding waves

Ex: The lake was crowded with people tubing , kneeboarding , and wake surfing .
rodeo [noun]

(surfing) a maneuver where the surfer spins their board in mid-air, similar to a skateboard trick

Ex: He 's known for his creativity , always finding new ways to incorporate rodeos into his sessions .