watersport

American  

[waw-ter-spawrt, wot-er-] / ˈwɔ tərˌspɔrt, ˈwɒt ər- /

noun

1. a recreational activity practiced on or in water.

   Swimming and watersports such as waterskiing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and kitesurfing should be avoided outside of the marked areas.

   Her favorite watersport is parasailing.

2. (used with a singular or plural verb) watersports, sexual activity that involves urination or urine.

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Etymology

Origin of watersport

First recorded in 1915–20; water + sport

Example Sentences

Demonstrations and mock-ups of Meta’s latest metaverse technologies feature footage of Zuckerberg performing VR versions of his hobbies, including fencing and a surfing-like watersport called hydrofoiling.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 17, 2022

Demonstrations and mock-ups of Meta’s latest metaverse technologies feature footage of Mr. Zuckerberg performing V.R. versions of his hobbies, including fencing and a surfing-like watersport called hydrofoiling.

From New York Times • Oct. 9, 2022

Wet wheels: Could waterbiking be the next great watersport?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2017

"But as well as saving money and protecting wildlife the ban will also help maintain access to rivers and lakes for anglers and watersport fans."

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2013

With Dad still pacing and talking on the phone, I scroll through the websites, checking out watersport activities, all-inclusive beverage options, and private villas.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller