Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sailboat

noun
/ˈseɪl.boʊt/
Definition
A boat that is propelled by sails.
Examples
  • The sailboat glided smoothly across the lake.
  • They spent the afternoon learning how to handle a sailboat.
  • On weekends, they often take their sailboat out to enjoy the sea breeze.
Meaning
A sailboat uses the wind to move across water, harnessing the energy of the wind through its sails.
Synonyms
  • yacht
  • catamaran
  • dinghy
  • skiff
  • sloop