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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Rowing

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
rowing
rowing
[noun]

a sport in which a boat is propelled through water using long poles called oars

Ex: The team won the rowing competition with a record time. 
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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: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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boat
boat
[noun]

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

Ex: The boat captain guided us through the narrow canals of the city. 
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oar
oar
[noun]

a tool used by rowers to propel and steer a boat through the water

Ex: She pulled the oar through the water with a strong, steady stroke. 
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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: I dipped my feet in the cool water of the river. 
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lake
lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: A small island in the middle of the lake was home to a variety of birds. 
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the ocean
the ocean
[noun]

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

Ex: She enjoyed the stunning view of the ocean from her balcony. 
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relaxing
relaxing
[Adjective]

helping our body or mind rest

Ex: Spending the afternoon by the peaceful lake was relaxing, allowing her to unwind and recharge. 
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hobby
hobby
[noun]

an activity that we enjoy doing in our free time

Ex: Can you guess what his favorite hobby is? 
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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 is famous for monumental structures like the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. 
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Greece
Greece
[noun]

a country with a long history and rich culture located in South Eastern Europe and Northern Mediterranean Sea

Ex: Greece is famous for its historical sites and beautiful islands. 
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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

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

Ex: He travels for work and often visits different cities for business meetings. 
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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: England is famous for its historic sites, including Stonehenge and the Tower of London. 
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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: The brand is recognized all over the world. 
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type
type
[noun]

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

Ex: As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students. 
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long
long
[Adjective]

(of two points) having an above-average distance between them

Ex: The necklace she wore had a long chain adorned with intricate charms. 
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narrow
narrow
[Adjective]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

Ex: The narrow path wound its way through the dense forest, barely wide enough for one person to pass. 
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: He had a fast response to emergency situations. 
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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: I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on. 
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team
team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: The basketball team practiced diligently to enhance their coordination and strategy. 
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together
together
[Adverb]

in the company of or in proximity to another person or people

Ex: We walked together through the quiet streets. 
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quickly
quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: She finished the race quickly, crossing the finish line first. 
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: After years of practice, her skill in playing the guitar became exceptional. 
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practice
practice
[noun]

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

Ex: Daily practice of yoga can improve flexibility and reduce stress. 
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rower
rower
[noun]

a person who participates in the sport of rowing, propelling a boat through water using oars

Ex: The rower powered through the water with strong, synchronized strokes. 
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correctly
correctly
[Adverb]

in a right way and without mistake

Ex: The student answered the exam questions correctly, earning a high score. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: He was able to lift the heavy box because he was so strong. 
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endurance
endurance
[noun]

the capacity to withstand difficult or unpleasant circumstances without giving up

Ex: Marathon runners train for months to build their endurance for the grueling 26.2-mile race. 
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teammate
teammate
[noun]

a person who is a member of the same team as another person, typically in sports or other competitive activities

Ex: She passed the ball to her teammate. 
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straight
straight
[Adverb]

in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

Ex: The ball flew straight into the goal without touching the ground. 
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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race
race
[noun]

a competition between people, vehicles, animals, etc. to find out which one is the fastest and finishes first

Ex: My brother won a medal in the bicycle race. 
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to compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: Every year, hundreds of athletes compete in the city marathon. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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to watch
to watch
[Verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset. 
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healthy
healthy
[Adjective]

(of a person) not having physical or mental problems

Ex: Despite her age, she's very healthy and active. 
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: Her strength of character helped her overcome many challenges in life. 
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heart
heart
[noun]

the body part that pushes the blood to go to all parts of our body

Ex: He couldn't hide the happiness in his heart when he saw his loved ones after a long time. 
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lung
lung
[noun]

each of the two organs in the chest that helps one breathe

Ex: The lungs are essential organs responsible for exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide with the bloodstream during respiration. 
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: He avoids strenuous exercise due to his heart condition. 
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to exercise

to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

Ex: He doesn't exercise as much as he should. 
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nature
nature
[noun]

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

Ex: Can you hear the sound of nature? 
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atlantic
atlantic
[Adjective]

associated with the Atlantic Ocean, the second largest ocean in the world, lying between the Americas to the west and Europe and Africa to the east

Ex: Atlantic hurricanes are powerful storms that form over warm ocean waters. 
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challenge
challenge
[noun]

a difficult and new task that puts one's skill, ability, and determination to the test

Ex: Overcoming that obstacle was a significant challenge for the team. 
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Atlantic Ocean

the second-largest ocean in the world, located between the Americas to the west and Europe and Africa to the east

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kilometer
kilometer
[noun]

a unit for measuring length that is equal to 1000 meters or approximately 0.62 miles

Ex: The marathon route spans 42.195 kilometers. 
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tough
tough
[Adjective]

difficult to achieve or deal with

Ex: Climbing Mount Everest is tough due to its extreme altitude and unpredictable weather conditions. 
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amazing
amazing
[Adjective]

extremely surprising, particularly in a good way

Ex: The fireworks display was absolutely amazing, lighting up the entire sky. 
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