Water Sports Terms

noun a watercraft of a large range of sizes designed to float or plane on water, typically with sails or a motor

• The boat was equipped with the latest navigation technology.
• Let's take the boat out for a spin this weekend!
• I heard Jake bought a new boat, it's lit!
• In times of trouble, we must stay afloat like a boat in rough waters.

noun a floating object that is anchored in a body of water to mark a location or guide navigation

verb to keep afloat or support by means of a buoy

• The buoy marked the entrance to the harbor for incoming ships.
• Make sure to steer clear of that buoy when you're out on the water.
• I almost crashed into that buoy, it came out of nowhere!
• Her positive attitude acted as a buoy during difficult times.