boater

[boh-ter]

noun

1. a person who boats, especially for pleasure.

2. a stiff straw hat with a shallow, flat-topped crown, ribbon band, and straight brim.

boater

/ ˈbəʊtə /

noun

1. a stiff straw hat with a straight brim and flat crown

Word History and Origins

Origin of boater¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; boat + -er ¹

Example Sentences

A private island passed by boaters and rowers on the Thames since time immemorial has gone up for sale.

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The Super Scoopers, which require a mile of open water to refill their onboard tanks, are expected to use multiple arms of Shasta Lake, which fills with recreational boaters during the peak summer tourist season.

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If the commission sets new terms that boost flows, it could open up more of the Kern River’s popular rapids for a longer period each year, bringing a boon to boaters and whitewater rafting businesses.

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There are 4 million recreational boaters in California, according to the state Division of Boating and Waterways.

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The other boaters who died were all friends or relatives of Josh Pickles, the DoorDash executive.

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