yachting

noun

yacht·​ing ˈyä-tiŋ How to pronounce yachting (audio)
: the action, fact, or pastime of racing or cruising in a yacht

Examples of yachting in a Sentence

We went yachting over the weekend.
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That pearl of wisdom feels especially relevant in today’s yachting world. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2025 Inspired by those boats, Bluegame will unveil the world premiere of the BGF-45 at the Cannes Yachting Festival, September 9-14, 2025, bringing this groundbreaking, America’s Cup racing technology to recreational yachting. Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025 But Ortega cautioned against entering the yachting industry strictly for the money. Kaela Ling, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025 The couple — for whom traveling and yachting have proven to be favorite pastimes — was spotted spending time together and mingling with a larger group on the boat, the photos show. Bailey Richards, People.com, 17 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for yachting

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of yachting was in 1836

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“Yachting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yachting. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

yachting

noun
yacht·​ing
: the sport of racing or cruising in a yacht

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