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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Sailing

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
sailing
sailing
[noun]

the practice of riding a boat as a hobby

Ex: They went sailing along the coast, marveling at the beautiful views and marine life.
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activity
activity
[noun]

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Solving puzzles and brain teasers can be a challenging but stimulating activity.
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boat
boat
[noun]

a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

Ex: We went fishing in a small boat on the calm lake.
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sail
sail
[noun]

a large sheet of fabric, typically canvas, designed to catch the wind and propel a sailing vessel forward

Ex: The crew hoisted the sail to begin their journey across the ocean .
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water
water
[noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: The swimmer jumped into the pool and splashed water everywhere .
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the ocean
the ocean
[noun]

the great mass of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

Ex: The sailors navigated the ocean using the stars .
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sea
sea
[noun]

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

Ex: We spent our vacation relaxing on the sandy beaches by the sea.
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lake
lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: They had a picnic by the side of the lake.
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river
river
[noun]

a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river

Ex: We went fishing by the river and caught some fresh trout .
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relaxing
relaxing
[Adjective]

helping our body or mind rest

Ex: The sound of the waves crashing against the shore was incredibly relaxing.
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hobby
hobby
[noun]

an activity that we enjoy doing in our free time

Ex: They enjoy hiking and exploring nature as a hobby.
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field , with sticks and a small puck or ball .
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Ancient Egypt

a historical civilization in northeastern Africa, centered along the Nile River, known for its pharaohs, pyramids, hieroglyphics, and lasting influence on art, architecture, and religion

Ex: Ancient Egypt thrived for thousands of years thanks to the fertile land around the Nile River.
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Greek
Greek
[noun]

an individual of Greek nationality or heritage

Ex: The Greek guided us on a hike to a beautiful seaside village .
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Roman
Roman
[noun]

an inhabitant of the ancient Roman Empire

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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

Ex: We decided to travel by plane to reach our destination faster.
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to trade
to trade
[Verb]

to buy and sell or exchange items of value

Ex: The company has recently traded shares on the stock market .
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sailing ship

a boat that uses large pieces of cloth called sails to catch the wind and move across the water

Ex: The harbor was filled with modern boats and an old sailing ship.
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to explore

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: Last summer , they explored the historic landmarks of the European cities .
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land
land
[noun]

the territory occupied by a nation

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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: The museum displays art from various types of artists , both modern and classical .
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yacht
yacht
[noun]

a large boat with an engine used for pleasure trips

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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: The special occasion called for a celebration with family and friends .
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .
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practice
practice
[noun]

the act of repeatedly doing something to become better at doing it

Ex: To become a better swimmer , consistent practice is essential .
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sailor
sailor
[noun]

a person who is a member of a ship's crew

Ex: He learned navigation skills to become a skilled sailor.
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to control

to manage and operate a device, system, or process, causing it to function as intended

Ex: The technician controlled the machinery to ensure smooth operation on the production line .
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to steer
to steer
[Verb]

to control the direction of a moving object, such as a car, ship, etc.

Ex: She steered the plane smoothly onto the runway for landing .
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to understand

to comprehend the significance of or the logic or reason behind something

Ex: When you see the evidence , it 's easy to understand why they reached that conclusion .
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wind
wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: They closed the windows to keep out the cold wind.
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weather
weather
[noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: We had to cancel our outdoor plans due to the stormy weather.
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competition

an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The dance competition at the festival was the highlight of the night .
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to compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: The two teams will compete in the finals tomorrow .
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design
design
[noun]

a pattern of shapes and lines as a decoration

Ex: The tiles in the kitchen form a geometric design with triangles and squares .
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to relax
to relax
[Verb]

to feel less worried or stressed

Ex: He tried to relax by listening to calming music .
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nature
nature
[noun]

everything that exists or happens on the earth, excluding things that humans make or control

Ex: The changing seasons offer a variety of experiences and beauty in nature.
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peace
peace
[noun]

a feeling of no worries or anxieties

Ex: Meditation helps her achieve a deep peace, free from life 's stresses .
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The company 's financial strength enabled it to withstand economic downturns .
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kilometers per hour

a unit of measurement used to express speed or velocity in the metric system, representing the distance traveled in kilometers over the course of one hour

Ex: The train runs at an average of 200 kilometers per hour.
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: They 're going on an exciting road trip across the country next summer .
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