1
: one who travels in a boat
2
: a stiff hat usually made of braided straw with a brim, hatband, and flat crown
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a favorite spot for pleasure boaters
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Residents who live near a fishing location, spend a lot of time near the water or are avid boaters are encouraged to get involved.
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Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2025
The couple traveled about seven miles in the 12-foot boat, which was found by other boaters in the middle of Lake Oconee’s river channel, Sills said.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 15 Feb. 2025
The crash occurred not far from a fuel depot used by recreational boaters and the Harbor Police Dock.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
Additionally, Lake Tahoe is expected to see waves of 2 to 4 feet, creating hazardous conditions for boaters.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
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Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2025
The couple traveled about seven miles in the 12-foot boat, which was found by other boaters in the middle of Lake Oconee’s river channel, Sills said.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 15 Feb. 2025
The crash occurred not far from a fuel depot used by recreational boaters and the Harbor Police Dock.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
Additionally, Lake Tahoe is expected to see waves of 2 to 4 feet, creating hazardous conditions for boaters.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
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“Boater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boater. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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boater
noun
boat·er
ˈbōt-ər 
1
: a person who travels in a boat
2
: a stiff straw hat
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