sailing

US /ˈseɪ.lɪŋ/

UK /ˈseɪ.lɪŋ/

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the activity or sport of traveling in a sailboat

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We went sailing on the lake last weekend.

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She loves the peace and quiet of sailing.

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boating yachting cruising

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traveling on water in a boat with sails

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The ship was sailing smoothly across the calm sea.

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They spent the afternoon sailing around the bay.

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sail be smooth sailing sail close to the wind