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Water Transportation Vocabulary
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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vehicle
vehicle
[noun]

a means of transportation used to carry people or goods from one place to another, typically on roads or tracks

Ex: The accident involved three vehicles.
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material
material
[noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Glass is a transparent material made from silica and other additives , used for making windows , containers , and decorative objects .
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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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reed
reed
[noun]

a tall grass-like plant that grows in water or near it

Ex: In ancient times , reeds were used by civilizations around the world to construct simple yet sturdy boats , enabling exploration and trade along waterways .
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paddle
paddle
[noun]

a tool used to move a boat or raft through the water, consisting of a long handle with a flat or curved blade on one end

Ex: The paddles on the raft helped us navigate through the river 's current .
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over time
over time
[Adverb]

as time passes or progresses

Ex: The project became more successful over time.
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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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to [catch] the wind

to capture and harness the force of the wind, in order to generate motion or energy

Ex: They built a big sail to catch the wind on the lake.
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rowboat
rowboat
[noun]

a small, narrow boat propelled by oars

Ex: The rowboat gently rocked as they paddled through the tranquil water .
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sailboat
sailboat
[noun]

a boat propelled primarily by sails, which capture the wind's power to move across the water

Ex: She navigated the sailboat around buoys during the regatta .
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motorboat
motorboat
[noun]

a boat propelled by an internal-combustion engine

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engine
engine
[noun]

the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

Ex: The new electric car features a powerful engine that provides fast acceleration .
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canoe
canoe
[noun]

a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

Ex: The canoe race attracted participants from all over the region , showcasing skill and endurance on the water .
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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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ferry
ferry
[noun]

a boat or ship used to transport passengers and sometimes vehicles, usually across a body of water

Ex: The ferry operates daily , connecting the two towns across the river .
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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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fisherman
fisherman
[noun]

a person whose occupation or hobby is catching fish

Ex: The fisherman sold the fresh fish at the local market .
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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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rowing
rowing
[noun]

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

Ex: After a few lessons in rowing, he became quite skilled .
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water skiing

the sport or activity of skiing on the surface of the water while being towed behind a motorboat

Ex: They raced each other while water skiing on the lake .
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to depend on

to be determined or affected by something else

Ex: The success of a healthy lifestyle depends on a balanced diet , regular exercise , and sufficient sleep .
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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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goods
goods
[noun]

items made or produced for sale

Ex: He decided to donate his gently used goods to charity , hoping to help those in need .
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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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supertanker

the largest class of oil tankers

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oil
oil
[noun]

a liquid found deep under the ground that is used as a fuel

Ex: Factories use oil to generate heat and electricity .
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harbor
harbor
[noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: They built a new marina in the harbor to accommodate more yachts .
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