Word Noun
boating
n.
uncountable
B1 Intermediate US /ˈboʊtɪŋ/ UK /bˈəʊtɪŋ/ boat·ing UK spelling boatings
Definition
n.the activity of traveling in a boat for fun, such as rowing, sailing, or using a motorboat.
n.the activity of travelling or racing in a boat for pleasure or sport. Often used as a gerund to describe recreational water activities.
Examples
“We spent the whole afternoon boating on the lake.”
“The coastal town is a popular destination for boating, offering several docks for private yachts and sailboats.”
“While the region is famous for its hiking trails, the local economy relies heavily on seasonal boating and other water-based tourism during the summer months.”
Etymology
boat + -ing
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated