Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rafting
noun
/ˈræftɪŋ/
Definition
The activity of using an inflatable raft to navigate through rivers and other bodies of water, often for recreational purposes.
Examples
- Many families enjoy rafting together during the summer.
- The rafting trip was exhilarating, filled with twists and turns.
- She experienced white-water rafting for the first time and loved the thrill.
Meaning
Rafting involves traveling on water with a raft, typically on rivers with varying degrees of difficulty, from calm waters to turbulent whitewater.
Synonyms
- boating
- rafting expedition
- white-water rafting
