SAILED - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

an ocean trip taken for pleasure

Part of speech: Noun

a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel

Part of speech: Noun

any structure that resembles a sail

Part of speech: Verb

travel on water propelled by wind or by other means

Example: The QE2 will sail to Southampton tomorrow

Part of speech: Verb

traverse or travel on (a body of water)

Example: We sailed the Atlantic; He sailed the Pacific all alone

Part of speech: Verb

move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions

Example: The diva swept into the room; Shreds of paper sailed through the air; The searchlights swept across the sky

Part of speech: Verb

travel on water propelled by wind

Example: I love sailing, especially on the open sea; the ship sails on