regatta

noun

re·​gat·​ta ri-ˈgä-tə How to pronounce regatta (audio)
-ˈga-
: a rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races

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The first hull was designed for a European owner seeking a yacht for both regattas and family holidays. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 June 2025 Following the parade, the best rowers in Venice compete in highly competitive regattas, racing through the Grand Canal in traditional Venetian boats. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025 The first regatta took place in 1315 and today the festival begins with the Grand Historical Parade of ornate 16th-century boats, rowed by Venetians in elaborate Renaissance costumes. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025 Since then, the team has consistently dedicated two days a week to practicing out of the Mission Bay Yacht Club and has competed in regattas up and down the state. Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for regatta

Word History

Etymology

Italian regata

First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of regatta was in 1612

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“Regatta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regatta. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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regatta

noun
re·​gat·​ta ri-ˈgät-ə How to pronounce regatta (audio)
-ˈgat-
: a boat race or a series of boat races

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