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
He collapsed when he reached land, and was discovered by a boater the following morning.
From Washington Times • Oct. 25, 2023
The boater, 25-year-old Charles Gregory, had been missing at sea for about 35 hours in the ocean after going on an early morning fishing trip, his father told CNN.
From BBC • Aug. 6, 2023
Traffic in Seattle takes on a whole new meaning, if you’re a recreational boater heading from the saltwater marinas of Shilshole Bay and beyond to the freshwater of Lake Washington during Seafair weekend.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 4, 2023
In the summer, he wore a straw boater.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
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