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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Windsurfing

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
board
board
[noun]

a flat, often elongated piece of equipment used to glide over surfaces like water or snow

Ex: Skiers use separate boards under each foot , while snowboarders ride a single wide board.
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to sail
to sail
[Verb]

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

Ex: They decided to sail across the lake on a bright summer afternoon .
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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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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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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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to combine

to mix in order to make a single unit

Ex: The baker carefully combined flour , sugar , and eggs to prepare the cake batter .
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surfing
surfing
[noun]

the sport or activity of riding a surfboard to move on waves

Ex: The waves were perfect for surfing that afternoon.
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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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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: His research findings had implications all over the globe.
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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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windsurfer

a person who engages in the sport of windsurfing, which involves riding on a board equipped with a sail

Ex: She 's known for her daring maneuvers as a fearless windsurfer.
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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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balance
balance
[noun]

a device for weighing objects, relying on the force of gravity

Ex: The student checked the weight of the sample on the balance before the experiment .
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: The fast train arrived at the destination in no time .
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trick
trick
[noun]

a skillful action or move, often done to show ability or entertain

Ex: She taught her dog a trick to sit on command .
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to jump
to jump
[Verb]

to push yourself off the ground or away from something and up into the air by using your legs and feet

Ex: They jumped off the diving board into the pool.
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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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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: Riding roller coasters at the theme park is always a fun experience .
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

(of wind, tide, or waves) having great power or force

Ex: A strong gust of wind blew the door open .
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excitement

a strong feeling of enthusiasm and happiness

Ex: The rollercoaster lurched forward , screams of excitement echoing through the park as riders plunged down the first drop .
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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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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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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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heart
heart
[noun]

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

Ex: The heart pumps blood throughout the body to provide oxygen and nutrients .
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lung
lung
[noun]

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

Ex: She experienced shortness of breath and wheezing , symptoms commonly associated with asthma , a chronic lung condition characterized by airway inflammation .
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: Despite the rain , they enjoyed the outdoor concert .
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: She follows a balanced diet , and her doctor says she 's very fit.
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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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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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social activity

a group or individual activity that brings people together for the purpose of socializing and enjoying each other's company

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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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windsurfing

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

Ex: Many people enjoy windsurfing as a way to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the ocean.
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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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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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speed
speed
[noun]

the rate or pace at which something or someone moves

Ex: The runner sprinted with lightning speed toward the finish line , determined to win the race .
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