as in kayak
a long narrow boat that is pointed at both ends and that is moved by a paddle with one blade
They took their canoe out on the river.
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Recent Examples of canoe
Sharael Kolberg,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
After lunch, Bud and Stan took a canoe to explore a long draw of water in back of camp while Ed and I strung up the radio aerial and called Cache Lake.
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Marc Terziev,
Outdoor Life,
25 June 2026
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Play golf, kayak or canoe the Sheboygan River, or luxuriate in the spa, which specializes in hydrotherapy.
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Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Noun
Exhibits are displayed in six different rooms and a canoe house.
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Sharael Kolberg,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
After lunch, Bud and Stan took a canoe to explore a long draw of water in back of camp while Ed and I strung up the radio aerial and called Cache Lake.
—
Marc Terziev,
Outdoor Life,
25 June 2026
Verb
Mary Swander, a 75-year-old theater director and former state poet laureate, fondly remembers learning to canoe and swim outdoors while growing up near the water.
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ABC News,
4 June 2026
Play golf, kayak or canoe the Sheboygan River, or luxuriate in the spa, which specializes in hydrotherapy.
—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canoe
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Assateague's spectacular national seashore is best explored by kayak.
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On the Water Rent a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard from Crystal River Outfitters and explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore via the meandering Crystal River.
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Eventually, Paolasin's family was able to grab the attention of a kayaker, who paddled over to retrieve her.
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Cradled in her arms, the newborn suckles eagerly, its tiny paws paddling the air with every gulp.
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Despite a raft of Western sanctions, Moscow remains among the world's top exporters of oil and natural gas.
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Despite a raft of Western sanctions, Moscow remains among the world’s top exporters of oil and natural gas.
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For centuries, Vikings navigated these waters by sail and oar; today, ferries and charter boats offer comfortable, scenic access to the islands.
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One fishing vessel on view recalls the grisly story of Howard Blackburn, a Gloucester fisherman who went out as part of a big schooner to the Grand Banks.
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Get out on the water in a different way with Traverse Tall Ship Company, offering tours aboard the biggest tall ship on Lake Michigan, the 114-foot schooner Manitou.
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Aitken had already lost Le Mans pole to a contentious stewards’ ruling.
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Wiseman recounted a moment that captivated the entire crew — seeing the Earth from pole to pole, even spotting the northern lights.
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The atmosphere is infectious, attracting a discerning international crowd, yacht enthusiasts, fashion aficionados, and travelers who are seeking a blend of luxury and authenticity.
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The 80-foot sailing yacht follows in the footsteps of Baltic’s popular 68 Café Racer, adding some extra oomph and more space for all your weekend sailing adventures.
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Santorini’s traditional kouloura vines are not trained upward like the vineyard rows many travelers know.
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That means more people than ever in Norway are suddenly rowing.
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“Canoe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canoe. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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