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Meaning of sailboat
A sailboat is a boat that uses sails to harness the wind for propulsion.
Etymology of sailboat
The word "sailboat" is derived from the combination of "sail" and "boat", with "sail" originating from Old English "segel" and "boat" from Old English "bāt"
The term has been used since the 17th century to describe boats that use sails for propulsion
Synonyms
Definitions
- A boat designed to sail, typically having a hull and rigging
- A vessel that uses the wind to generate power for movement
- A type of boat that relies on sails to navigate through water
Usage Examples
- The family spent their summer vacation sailing on a sailboat in the Caribbean
- She learned to sail on her father's sailboat when she was a child
- The sailboat glided smoothly across the lake on a windy day