as in kayak
a long narrow boat that is pointed at both ends and that is moved by a paddle with one blade
They took their canoe out on the river.
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Recent Examples of canoe
Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2025
The Des Plaines River Canoe & Kayak Marathon is the largest race of its kind in the Midwest, organizers say, and the second oldest, single-day, continual canoe race in the United States.
—Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
Laura Studarus, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2024
Go canoeing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
Courtesy of Explore Minnesota/Paul Vincent
The Boundary Waters, about 300 miles north of Minneapolis and St. Paul, is your ticket to adventure in the pristine wilderness of northern Minnesota.
—AFAR Media, 11 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Latta Nature Preserve provides access for kayaks and canoes.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2025
The Des Plaines River Canoe & Kayak Marathon is the largest race of its kind in the Midwest, organizers say, and the second oldest, single-day, continual canoe race in the United States.
—Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
Verb
Amenities skew low-key, including a noteworthy free breakfast, afternoon coffee and tea, and canoeing on Moraine Lake.
—Laura Studarus, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2024
Go canoeing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
Courtesy of Explore Minnesota/Paul Vincent
The Boundary Waters, about 300 miles north of Minneapolis and St. Paul, is your ticket to adventure in the pristine wilderness of northern Minnesota.
—AFAR Media, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canoe
Noun
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Rent a kayak, canoe, or tube from New River Outdoor Adventures and get out on the water.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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Rent a kayak or paddleboard for a couple of hours, then enjoy a casual seafood lunch.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
30 May 2025
Verb
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New steering column paddles adjust regenerative braking to recapture energy, but there’s no one-pedal setting to bring the bZ to a full stop.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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Video taken earlier that day at a nearby beach shows police weren’t kidding — as the bear can be seen soaking in the shallow surf, lazily paddling about and letting waves run across its back.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2025
Noun
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The raft of fantasy shows that followed in the wake of Game Of Thrones has all but disappeared after a long string of disappointments and cancellations.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Besides its famous black bear show, fun comes in the form of water blaster boats, a climbing tower and water raft ride.—
Stacey Zable,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
Verb
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For centuries, Vikings navigated these waters by sail and oar; today, ferries and charter boats offer comfortable, scenic access to the islands.—
Caroline Van Hemert,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Mute swans do put on bursts of speed by oaring with their huge webbed feet.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
19 Oct. 2016
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Last week, skeletal remains found on New Jersey beaches were identified as those of a 19th-century schooner captain.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
29 May 2025
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This year, look out for General Patton’s private schooner, When-and-If, among others.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
8 May 2025
Verb
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Four full-sky surveys are planned over two years, as the telescope circles the globe from pole to pole 400 miles up.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2025
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Chase Elliott also featured prominently in the qualifying session, dominating the final practice by setting the fastest time and winning the first qualifying heat from pole to pole.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
Noun
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This small oasis serves as both a tranquil retreat and the dedicated pier for the hotel's enhanced boat fleet, recently expanded with the addition of Treville Maritime's private yacht, the Wajer 38 Spectre.—
Livia Hengel,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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On the southwestern tip, Galle is one of three Sri Lankan ports of entry but the only port with facilities for private yachts.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
30 May 2025
Verb
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An inflatable raft on the water offers plenty of sunny-day pleasures, from lounging in the heat to rowing along a river or simply climbing on and jumping off.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Activities mirror the simple fare: canoeing and rowing on Kenoza Lake, swimming in the hotel’s pool, or relaxing in its hot tub and outdoor sauna.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
29 May 2025
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“Canoe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canoe. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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