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canoe

/kəˈnuː/
A2 · Elementary★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

a long, narrow boat that you move through water using a paddle.

When to Use

✈️Travel English💬Daily Conversation
Elementary — simple everyday language

Examples in Conversation

We rented a canoe and paddled across the lake.

Have you ever tried going down a river in a canoe?

Full Definition

A small long and narrow boat, propelled by one or more people (depending on the size of canoe), using single-bladed paddles. The paddlers face in the direction of travel, in either a seated position, or kneeling on the bottom of the boat. Canoes are open on top, and pointed at both ends.

Related Words

Synonyms:
kayakboat
Word Family:
canoeingcanoeistcanoed

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