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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Over the next five decades, Vitelli would build a yachting empire that became the Azimut-Benetti Group. Robb Report Staff, Robb Report, 6 Jan. 2025 This short-term bosun got caught faking his yachting certificates and was booted before the boat even left the dock for the first time. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 31 Dec. 2024 Dubai’s rapid evolution into a global yachting hub is a testament to the city’s commitment to hospitality and luxury at the highest echelons. Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 With a dozen spotlights and panel discussions, executives and insiders from the worlds of yachting, private aviation, watches, jewelry, and more discussed where the luxury world is headed. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 29 Dec. 2024 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 22 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

yachting

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

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