watercraft

noun

wa·​ter·​craft ˈwȯ-tər-ˌkraft How to pronounce watercraft (audio)
ˈwä-
1
: skill in aquatic activities (such as managing boats)
2
a
: ship, boat
b
: craft for water transport

Examples of watercraft in a Sentence

just about any kind of watercraft can be seen on the lake during the summer
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Participants must bring their own watercraft, personal flotation device, whistle, and a white electric light. Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 July 2025 Deployed at anchor, this rear extension features water toys, personal watercraft, seabobs and a pool with protective netting for ocean swims. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 13 July 2025 The teen had been on a personal watercraft by himself when his family, who was on shore, lost sight of him, authorities said. Jennifer Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 29 June 2025 On June 6, a boat burst into flames at a Sunny Isles Beach condominium dock, impacting six boats and two personal watercraft. Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for watercraft

Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of watercraft was in 1566

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“Watercraft.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/watercraft. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

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watercraft

noun
wa·​ter·​craft -ˌkraft How to pronounce watercraft (audio)
: craft for water transportation

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