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Water Transportation Vocabulary - Kayak

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Water Transportation Vocabulary
kayak
kayak
[noun]

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

Ex: They rented a kayak for a day of exploring the scenic coastline and hidden coves. 
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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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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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plastic
plastic
[noun]

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

Ex: Many household items, such as containers and toys, are made from plastic. 
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fiberglass

a covering material made of glass fibers in resins

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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: He chopped the wood into small pieces to use as firewood. 
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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: She grabbed the paddle and began rowing across the lake. 
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to move
to move
[Verb]

to change or make someone or something change their position in an apparent way

Ex: He moved his hand to catch the falling object. 
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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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to go back

to trace the existence or origin of something to a specific point in time

Ex: The tradition of celebrating the festival goes back for centuries. 
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native
native
[Adjective]

describing the people who have lived in an area for a very long time

Ex: Native Hawaiians have a unique cultural identity and deep spiritual connection to the islands, which they have called home for centuries. 
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Arctic
Arctic
[noun]

the northernmost regions of the Earth, located above the Arctic Circle around the North Pole

Ex: Polar bears are native to the Arctic. 
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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: Many Inuit continue to speak their native language, Inuktitut. 
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animal skin

the outer covering of an animal

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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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fishing
fishing
[noun]

the activity of catching a fish with special equipment such as a fishing line and a hook or net

Ex: Fishing in the early morning is often more successful. 
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way of life
way of life
[phrase]

a set of values, rules, standards, and principles typical to a person or group

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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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easily
easily
[Adverb]

in a way that something is done without much trouble or exertion

Ex: She completed the marathon easily. 
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covered
covered
[Adjective]

protected or shielded by something

Ex: She wore a covered dress for the party. 
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top
top
[noun]

the uppermost surface of an object, often serving as a cover or area for placing items

Ex: The dining room featured a sleek table with a glass top, reflecting the light beautifully. 
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bladed
bladed
[Adjective]

composed of thin flat plates resembling a knife blade

Ex: The specimen contained clusters of bladed barite. 
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to explore

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: She explores new neighborhoods every weekend to discover hidden gems. 
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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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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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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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kayaking
kayaking
[noun]

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

Ex: She set a record time in the kayaking race. 
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activity
activity
[noun]

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

Ex: Drawing and painting are creative activities that can express your emotions. 
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adventure
adventure
[noun]

an exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk or physical activity

Ex: They embarked on a thrilling adventure, exploring remote jungles and scaling towering peaks. 
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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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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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whitewater

frothy water as in rapids or waterfalls

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to paddle
to paddle
[Verb]

to move a watercraft through the water using a handheld implement with a broad blade

Ex: The kayaker skillfully paddled through the white-water rapids. 
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rough
rough
[Adjective]

characterized by unsteady and wild weather or sea conditions

Ex: The lifeboat crew braved rough seas to rescue a couple. 
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durable
durable
[Adjective]

able to resist wear, damage, or decay

Ex: The boots are durable and suitable for rough terrain. 
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racing
racing
[noun]

a competitive sport involving the contest of speed, usually performed using vehicles or animals

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journey
journey
[noun]

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Ex: Their journey across the country took them through diverse landscapes and cultures. 
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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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