paddleboard

noun

pad·​dle·​board ˈpa-dᵊl-ˌbȯrd 

: a long narrow buoyant board used for riding the surf or in rescuing swimmers

Examples of paddleboard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Getting out on the water is one of the most fun parts of any camping trip, and there’s no better way to do it than with this inflatable stand-up paddleboard. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026

There’s a lot here to keep the entire family happy, including three pool complexes, bike and paddleboard rentals, a tennis center, and a luxe spa. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 18 July 2026

That includes pedal boats shaped like swans, dragons, ducks and flamingos, as well as kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards. — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 17 July 2026

Rent a paddleboard or take a cruise up the river in a classic wooden motorboat to enjoy views of Mystic from the water. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for paddleboard

• checkerboard
• clavichord
• fiberboard
• fibreboard
• fingerboard
• harpsichord
• motherboard
• notochord
• overboard
• overlord
• paperboard
• plasterboard

Kids Definition

paddleboard

noun

pad·​dle·​board ˈpad-ᵊl-ˌbō(ə)rd 

-ˌbȯ(ə)rd

: a long narrow board that floats and that is used to ride the surf or in rescuing swimmers