paddleboard

noun

pad·​dle·​board ˈpa-dᵊl-ˌbȯrd How to pronounce paddleboard (audio)
: a long narrow buoyant board used for riding the surf or in rescuing swimmers

Examples of paddleboard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The three Althoff girls can be seen playing in the ocean, chilling on the beach, looking at koi fish and taking a ride on a paddleboard together. Emma Aerin Becker, Peoplemag, 18 June 2024 Or, grab one of their complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, or beach cruiser bikes to explore Clearwater Beach. Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2024 Perhaps even more enticing: the partnership with Girls Who Magazine that has produced experiences including a street art tour and a standup paddleboard adventure down a canal with stops for pizza and craft beer plus a local swimming spot. Kathryn Romeyn, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 June 2024 The Lake Alma Boathouse offers canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats, and pontoon boats for rent in the spring, summer, and fall. Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 11 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for paddleboard 

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Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of paddleboard was in 1932

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“Paddleboard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paddleboard. Accessed 30 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

paddleboard

noun
pad·​dle·​board
ˈpad-ᵊl-ˌbō(ə)rd,
-ˌbȯ(ə)rd
: a long narrow board that floats and that is used to ride the surf or in rescuing swimmers
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