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Synonyms & Similar Words
boating
cruising
navigating
voyaging
traveling
exploring
journeying
roaming
wandering
drifting
floating
gliding
sliding
skimming
coasting
voyaging
traveling
cruising
yachting
canoeing
kayaking
rowing
paddling
sailing
shipping
transporting
conveying
carrying
hauling
towing
pulling
propelling
driving
piloting
steering
guiding
directing
maneuvering
operating
commanding
skippering
helming
navigating
charting
plotting
mapping
exploring
discovering
venturing
roaming
wandering
Meaning of Sailing
The primary meaning of the word "sailing" is the act of traveling on a boat or ship, typically using the wind or an engine for propulsion.
Definitions
- The act of traveling on a boat or ship, typically using the wind or an engine for propulsion
- The sport or activity of sailing, especially as a competitive event or recreational activity
- The distance or course traveled by a boat or ship
Etymology of Sailing
The word "sailing" comes from the Old English word "sæiling", which is derived from "sæil", meaning "sail" or "cloth", and the suffix "-ing", which forms a present participle or gerund
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the act of traveling on a boat or ship, and its meaning has evolved over time to include various aspects of sailing, such as navigation, propulsion, and recreation
Example Uses
- The family went sailing on the lake during their summer vacation
- Sailing around the world is a challenging and exciting adventure
- The sailing team practiced their maneuvers in preparation for the upcoming competition
- The ship's sailing schedule was delayed due to bad weather
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
drowning
sinking
capsizing
crashing
colliding
running aground
beaching
grounding
stranding
anchoring
mooring
docking
berthing
unloading
disembarking
landing
arriving
staying
remaining
stopping
halting
anchoring
idling
stagnating
declining
deteriorating