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

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Explore the Outdoors From hitting the water on a paddleboard or kayak to zooming around on WaveRunners, taking boat tours or simply watching for manatees and dolphins, this is a coastal playground with adventure for everyone. South Seas, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026 In terms of amenities, guests can kayak, paddleboard, fish, or head out on the lake by boat or relax by the water. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026 Kayak, paddleboard, snorkel, or take a catamaran tour. Essence, 13 May 2026 Guests enjoy stand-up paddleboard yoga, hikes, a 62-foot luxury dinner yacht, and kids' programs (including Fun Mountain with an arcade, bowling, ropes course, climbing area, and more). Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for paddleboard

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 20 May. 2026.

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paddleboard

noun
pad·​dle·​board ˈpad-ᵊl-ˌbō(ə)rd How to pronounce paddleboard (audio)
-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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