Water Sports

a competitive event where sailboats compete against each other in a defined course or distance

He trained for months to prepare for the sailing race.

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

The sailboat gracefully sailed across the open sea, propelled by the ocean breeze.

a group of people or objects placed in a line

The students sat in a row during the assembly, listening attentively to the guest speaker.

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

They rented a kayak for a day of exploring the scenic coastline and hidden coves.

a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

They paddled their canoe along the tranquil river, enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

the sport or activity of navigating a kayak through fast-moving, turbulent river sections known as whitewater

Their team dominated the whitewater kayaking race.

the sport or activity of skiing on the surface of the water while being towed behind a motorboat

He's competing in the water skiing championship next week.

a water sport in which a person stands on a board and uses a paddle to move through the water

I tried paddleboarding for the first time last weekend, and it was so much fun.

a water sport that involves riding on a short, narrow board while being towed behind a motorboat, often performing tricks and maneuvers on the boat's wake

They're attending a wakeboarding clinic to refine their technique.

the water sport of riding a board on a simulated wave, mastering balance

His flowboarding skills improved after dedicated training.

to move on sea waves by standing or lying on a special board

He loves to surf, spending hours riding the waves and perfecting his technique.

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

My sister swims every morning before breakfast.

a water sport in which players compete underwater to score goals with a buoyant ball

The sport of underwater rugby requires strong swimming skills.

a team sport played in water, combining elements of swimming and soccer

Water polo is a challenging sport that requires both swimming and teamwork.

the competitive sport of rowing specifically designed for athletes with physical disabilities

She's training hard for the para rowing championships.

to suddenly move or cause someone or something move downward, forward, or into something

The cliff diver gathered his courage and took a deep breath before plunging into the water.

to entirely remove something

They wiped the stain out from the carpet using a cleaning solution.

to rub gently or caress an animal's fur or hair

She sat on the porch, enjoying the peaceful evening as she stroked her cat's soft fur.

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

The sailboat gracefully sailed across the open sea, propelled by the ocean breeze.

to jump into water, usually hands and head first

He is going to dive into the sea from the boat.

the competitive canoeing adapted for athletes with physical disabilities, often using specialized equipment and classifications

Para canoe is an inclusive sport for athletes with physical disabilities.

the act or sport of swimming underwater, using special equipment such as an oxygen tank, etc.

She went scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef last summer.