paddleboard

noun

pad·dle·board | \ ˈpa-dᵊl-ˌbȯrd

Definition of paddleboard

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

Examples of paddleboard in a Sentence

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The wide, stable BOTE Rackham paddleboard can carry up to 400 pounds. — John Clarke, WSJ, "The New Fishing Vessel of Choice? Stand-Up Paddleboards," 15 Aug. 2018 Tireless travelers can rent a stand-up paddleboard from a vendor on Condado Beach for just $20. — Sara Clemence, WSJ, "Puerto Rico on the Rebound: A Three-Day Getaway Guide," 26 Dec. 2018 Take your pick of learning to surf or standup paddleboard, taking a sail on a catamaran, or cruising on a snorkel tour. — The Seattle Times, "Winter getaway: Stay and play in Kaanapali, Maui," 15 Aug. 2018 Available rentals include single- and multi-rider bikes, pedal boats, paddleboards, canoes, kayaks and pedal carts. — Henry J. Morgan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "It's summer; why not take a paddleboard for a spin? They're now available for rent at Menomonee Park, along with bikes and boats," 3 July 2018 Oconomowoc Rec offers yoga, barre, PiYo, cardio pump, Zumba, Zumba toning, pound fitness and standup paddleboard yoga. — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "British Soccer Camp coming to Roosevelt Park in Oconomowoc," 9 July 2018 Anyone can join the race, and kayakers and other paddlers are welcome, though stand-up paddleboard is the most popular choice. — Nicole Tsong, The Seattle Times, "Ballard Elks’ paddleboard races are a seaworthy adventure," 1 Aug. 2018 As some hopped into the water for paddleboard lessons, others grabbed cocktails and checked out the wares to preserve their #SturmGlow. — Vogue, "Dr. Barbara Sturm and Nicky Hilton Rothschild Perfect a Summer Glow at the Surf Lodge," 27 Aug. 2018 The main lodge overlooks 30 miles of shoreline with a small beach, floating hammocks, and a dock with stand-up paddleboards and kayaks. — Allison Weiss Entrekin, Condé Nast Traveler, "14 Best Hotels in Atlanta," 27 July 2018

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