boater
Americannoun
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a person who boats, especially for pleasure.
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a stiff straw hat with a shallow, flat-topped crown, ribbon band, and straight brim.
noun
Etymology
Origin of boater
Example Sentences
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The deputies are also searching for one other boater, as the Phommathep boat was the first of two that capsized within 48 hours in Bodega Bay, where ocean conditions continued to become more dangerous.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2024
A kayaker helped one paddle boarder to shore, and a boater helped another.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2024
In an early episode, the brothers came out singing the Maurice Chevalier hit “Louise” while sporting boater hats.
From New York Times • Dec. 28, 2023
He collapsed when he reached land, and was discovered by a boater the following morning.
From Washington Times • Oct. 25, 2023
An actor in a pinstripe suit and a straw boater hat jumped out of the Packard.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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