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dory

noun

as in canoe

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Recent Examples of dory More boats were gathering: a center console with dual Yamahas, other canoes of varying sizes (including one painted to resemble a scaly serpent), some kayaks, a rowing dory, a couple of Hobie cats. —

Ben McGrath, The New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2023 Ride in a traditional wooden dory boat piloted by our trip leader, Kale Cimperman, who regales his passengers with tales of the early Idaho rafting guides – the subject of his master’s thesis. —

Eileen Ogintz, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2023 Spectators will see a variety of floats, and dory boats decorated in creative ways. —

oregonlive, 12 July 2023 Saline 20 is home to Les Zigotos, a group of volunteers dedicated to preserving the culture and history of the dory, Saint-Pierre’s traditional wooden boat. —

Hillary Richards, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2023 See All Example Sentences for dory

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What to do nearby Set along Mokapu Beach, the resort offers ocean activities like snorkeling and Hawaiian canoe experiences.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Basin Harbor offers all kinds of ways to explore the lake, with kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddleboard rentals included in every guest's stay and multiple inflatable water features adding extra excitement to a swim.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 6 May 2026