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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Kayaking

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
kayaking
kayaking
[noun]

the sport or activity of paddling a small, narrow watercraft called a kayak using a double-bladed paddle

Ex: He tackled the difficult course in the kayaking championship.
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water sport

any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

Ex: Surfing is one of the most popular water sports worldwide .
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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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kayak
kayak
[noun]

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

Ex: He strapped his fishing gear onto the kayak and paddled out onto the lake to find the best fishing spots .
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paddle
paddle
[noun]

small wooden bat with a flat surface; used for hitting balls in various games

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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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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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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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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: They recorded the history of the company for future generations .
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Inuit
Inuit
[noun]

a group of indigenous peoples from the Arctic regions of North America, including parts of Canada, Greenland, and Alaska, traditionally known for their hunter-gatherer lifestyle and expertise in surviving extreme cold

Ex: For many Inuit living in remote areas , modern technology has begun to change traditional practices .
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hunting
hunting
[noun]

the activity of pursuing and killing wild animals or birds for money, food, or fun

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travel
travel
[noun]

the act of going to a different place, usually a place that is far

Ex: They took a break from their busy lives to enjoy some travel through Europe .
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skin
skin
[noun]

the thin layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or an animal

Ex: The spa offered treatments to rejuvenate and pamper the skin.
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wood
wood
[noun]

the hard material that the trunk and branches of a tree or shrub are made of, used for fuel or timber

Ex: They used the wood to build a fire .
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plastic
plastic
[noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: The dentist fashioned a temporary crown out of dental plastic.
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fiberglass

a covering material made of glass fibers in resins

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recreational
recreational
[Adjective]

relating to activities done for enjoyment or leisure, rather than for work or other obligations

Ex: Recreational gaming provides entertainment and mental stimulation through video games or board games .
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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: Riding roller coasters at the theme park is always a fun experience .
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whitewater

frothy water as in rapids or waterfalls

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fast-moving
fast-moving
[Adjective]

developing, moving, or changing with high speed

Ex: The fast-moving car sped down the highway , weaving through traffic with remarkable agility .
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rapid
rapid
[noun]

a fast and turbulent part of a river with swift currents and obstacles like rocks

Ex: The guide steered the raft through the rapids safely .
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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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long
long
[Adverb]

for a great amount of time

Ex: She has long admired his work , ever since she first saw it years ago .
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stable
stable
[Adjective]

firm and able to stay in the same position or state

Ex: He prefers to invest in stable companies with steady growth and solid financials .
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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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coast
coast
[noun]

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

Ex: Yesterday the coast was full of people enjoying the summer sun .
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trip
trip
[noun]

a journey that you take for fun or a particular reason, generally for a short amount of time

Ex: She went on a quick shopping trip to the mall to pick up some essentials .
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to fish
to fish
[Verb]

to catch or attempt to catch fish with special equipment such as a fishing line and a hook or net

Ex: We usually fish in the early morning when the water is calm .
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fish
fish
[noun]

an animal with a tail, gills and fins that lives in water

Ex: We saw a group of fish swimming together near the coral reef .
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to catch
to catch
[Verb]

to capture or grab something or someone using methods like hunting, chasing, or trapping

Ex: The hunter caught several rabbits using strategically placed traps .
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sprint
sprint
[noun]

a type of running in which one runs full speed in a short distance

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flat water

a calm, smooth body of water without waves, often ideal for activities like rowing, kayaking, or paddleboarding

Ex: After the storm , the ocean finally settled into flat water by sunrise .
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slalom
slalom
[noun]

a downhill race over a winding course defined by upright poles

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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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athlete
athlete
[noun]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

Ex: The young athlete aspired to represent her country in the Olympics .
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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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event
event
[noun]

something special, important, and known that takes place at a particular time or place such as a festival or Valentin's Day

Ex: The music festival is an event that attracts thousands of fans every summer to enjoy live performances .
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

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

Ex: Yoga is a great exercise for relaxation and flexibility .
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arm
arm
[noun]

one of the two body parts that is connected to the shoulder and ends with fingers

Ex: She used her arm to push open the heavy door .
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shoulder
shoulder
[noun]

each of the two parts of the body between the top of the arms and the neck

Ex: She draped a shawl over her shoulders to keep warm on the chilly evening .
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core
core
[noun]

the central muscles in the torso, particularly those in the abdomen and lower back, which play a key role in supporting posture, balance, and movement

Ex: Weightlifting exercises target the core to support proper lifting form and prevent strain .
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: The athlete 's strong legs helped him run faster .
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balance
balance
[noun]

the ability to maintain a steady position or posture, preventing falling or tipping

Ex: A baby learns balance gradually as they begin to walk .
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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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kid
kid
[noun]

a son or daughter of any age

Ex: She 's going to a concert with her kids this weekend .
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adult
adult
[noun]

a fully grown man or woman

Ex: The survey aimed to gather feedback from both adults and children .
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life jacket

a special type of vest worn to help keep a person afloat in water, especially in case of an emergency

Ex: He felt much safer in the life jacket as the waves grew stronger .
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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 cable car travels a distance of 3 kilometers to the mountain peak .
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Africa
Africa
[noun]

the second largest continent

Ex: The Maasai tribe is one of the indigenous tribes of Africa.
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South America

the fourth largest continent in the world which is to the south of Central America and North America

Ex: South America has a variety of climates , from the deserts of Chile to the tropical regions of Colombia and Venezuela .
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