kitesurfing

noun

kite·​surf·​ing ˈkīt-ˌsər-fiŋ How to pronounce kitesurfing (audio)

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Longtime draws such as the active volcano Mount Soufrière, with its stunning views, and idyllic Salt Whistle Bay, where kitesurfing is the thing, remain central to the destination’s appeal. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024 This rare combination of exclusivity and seamless access to adventure makes the villa a magnet for affluent kitesurfing aficionados who prioritize convenience and discretion. Jim Dobson, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 He’s also been witness to their whale shark-eating behavior while leading whale watching and kitesurfing tours in the gulf. Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024 Besides hiking, horseback riding, swimming, and kitesurfing — the main adventure draws of the area — visitors can count on relaxing nights and unbelievable stargazing opportunities. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for kitesurfing 

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kitesurfing was in 1977

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“Kitesurfing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitesurfing. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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