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Definition of boater
1 : one who travels in a boat
2 : a stiff hat usually made of braided straw with a brim, hatband, and flat crown
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Examples of boater in a Sentence
a favorite spot for pleasure boaters
Recent Examples of boater from the Web
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Because high water levels have created a treacherous current, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources has closed the Fox River to boaters.
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But aside from its beauty, the island presents potential trouble -- sharks swimming near boaters and waders.
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Public safety officials are urging boaters and people on canoes and kayaks to use life vests and common sense after a string of recent water rescues on the White River and other waterways.
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Great white sharks are making their annual return to Cape Cod, rattling some boaters and beachgoers.
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The body of a man who may have been in Long Island Sound for several days was found about 11:30 a.m. Saturday by two boaters, police said.
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration While the high temperatures may be welcome news for boaters and swimmers, exposure to excessive temperatures can have adverse effects.
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration While the high temperatures may be welcome news for boaters and swimmers, exposure to excessive temperatures can have adverse effects.
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The Medina County Park District on Wednesday issued a water advisory, warning swimmers and boaters of high levels of toxins nearly double the threshold established by the Ohio Department of Health.
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First Known Use of boater
13th century
BOATER Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of boater for English Language Learners
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: a person who travels in a boat
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: a stiff straw hat that has a brim and a flat top
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