kayaks
/ˈkaɪæks/
NOUN
1. Small boats propelled by double-bladed paddles
Small boats, usually covered by a deck, propelled by one or more occupants using double-bladed paddles while sitting inside.
1.1. Small paddle-powered watercraft
Narrow boats designed for one or more people to travel across water using double-bladed paddles.
Synonyms
Examples
- The riverbank was dotted with kayaks waiting for their next adventure.
- The rental shop offered a variety of kayaks for tourists eager to explore the scenic waterways.
- The participants maneuvered their kayaks through the challenging course.
Related Words
- watercraft
- paddleboats
- coracles
- dugouts
- umiaks
- skiffs
- paddles
- vessels
VERB
2. To use a kayak for traveling or racing
To use a kayak to travel or compete in a race on water.
2.1. Traveling or racing by kayak
Using a kayak to travel across rivers, lakes, seas, or other bodies of water, either recreationally or competitively.
Synonyms
Examples
- She kayaks along the coastline every weekend.
- The athletes kayak through the rapids during the annual competition.
Related Words
2.2. Traversing water by kayak
Crossing or traveling along a body of water using a kayak.
Synonyms
Examples
- He kayaks across the lake to reach the small island.
- The explorers kayak along the river to discover remote sections of the wilderness.