sailing

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a planned journey by a ship or ferry at a specific time.

n. a scheduled departure or voyage of a commercial vessel, such as a ferry or cruise ship.

日本語:便※

“The next sailing to the island is at two o'clock this afternoon.”

“Due to the approaching storm, the ferry company decided to cancel all evening sailings until further notice.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Technical

n. the skill and knowledge needed to control a boat.

n. the art or science of navigating and managing a vessel at sea.

日本語:航法※

“He spent years studying sailing before he attempted to cross the ocean alone.”

“Mastering the intricacies of traditional sailing requires a deep understanding of both meteorological patterns and celestial navigation.”

B1 · Intermediate

adj. describing a boat or ship that uses sails to move.

adj. relating to or powered by sails; often used to distinguish wind-powered vessels from motorised ones.

“The harbour was full of beautiful sailing ships from all over the world.”

“The museum features a restored sailing vessel that was used for merchant trade in the late nineteenth century.”