sailboat
/ˈseɪlˌboʊt/
NOUN
1. A boat propelled by sails
A watercraft that uses sails to catch the wind and propel itself across water, rather than relying primarily on an engine.
1.1. General sailing vessel
Refers to a boat designed to travel on water using wind-powered sails, typically for recreation, transportation, or sport.
Synonyms
- sailing boat
- sailer
- sailing vessel
- sailing craft
Examples
- The shimmering lake was dotted with colorful sailboats on a sunny afternoon.
- A gentle breeze propelled the sleek sailboat gracefully across the water.
- We rented a small sailboat for a relaxing day on the tranquil bay.
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1.2. Recreational and competitive sailing boat
Refers to a sail-powered boat used for leisure activities, sailing lessons, competitions, or organized racing on lakes, rivers, and coastal waters.
Synonyms
- racing sailboat
- racing yacht
- sailing dinghy
- yacht
Examples
- Families gathered at the marina to enjoy a day of sailboat racing.
- The sailing club offers lessons for beginners who want to operate a sailboat.
- The crew prepared their sailboat for the weekend regatta.
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1.3. Traditional and specialized sailing vessels
Refers to particular types of sail-powered boats and ships, often distinguished by their historical design, hull construction, rigging arrangement, or intended use.
Synonyms
Examples
- The maritime museum displayed a traditional wooden sailboat alongside several historical sailing vessels.
- The schooner was a familiar type of sailboat in the region's maritime history.
- The collection included several models of traditional sailboats with different rigging arrangements.
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NOUN
2. A playing card with the rank of four
A playing card bearing four symbols of its suit and having the numerical rank of four in a standard deck.
2.1. Four in a deck of playing cards
Refers to a playing card identified by the rank of four, used in card games and belonging to one of the four suits.
Synonyms
- four
- four-spot
Examples
- He played the four from his hand during the card game.
- She needed a four to complete her sequence.
- The dealer placed a four on the table.