sailboat
3 synonyms for sailboat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A boat that is propelled by one or more sails.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sailing boat
sailing ship
sailing vessel
Etymology
A compound of sail + boat.
Full origin of sailboat →Frequently asked questions
What does “sailboat” mean?
The word “sailboat” means a boat that is propelled by one or more sails. In plain terms, a boat that moves using wind caught in its sails.
How do you pronounce “sailboat”?
“Sailboat” is pronounced SAYL-boht (/ˈseɪlˌboʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “sailboat” in a sentence?
Here is “sailboat” used in a sentence: “They spent the afternoon racing sailboats across the bay.”
What is another word for “sailboat”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sailboat” include sailing boat, sailing ship and sailing vessel.
What part of speech is “sailboat”?
“Sailboat” is a noun.
