boater

noun

boat·​er ˈbō-tər 

1

: one who travels in a boat

2

: a stiff hat usually made of braided straw with a brim, hatband, and flat crown

Examples of boater in a Sentence

a favorite spot for pleasure boaters

Recent Examples on the Web

Private vessels offer the most direct park access, thanks to several mooring spots for overnight boaters, but visitors arriving by cruise or ferry are in luck, too. —Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025

Residents who live near a fishing location, spend a lot of time near the water or are avid boaters are encouraged to get involved. —Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025

Residents were warned about possible river ice jams, freezing spray for boaters who tread Lake Michigan and other waterways, and frozen water pipes. —Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 19 Jan. 2025

In addition to rip current statements, small craft advisories have been issued for boaters because of rough seas and strong winds reaching up to 25 knots. —Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

boater

noun

boat·​er ˈbōt-ər 

1

: a person who travels in a boat

2

: a stiff straw hat