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Vocabulary Entry
sail
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A piece of fabric attached to a boat, used to catch the wind and propel it forward.
Example Sentences
"The sail billowed in the strong wind."
"He learned how to adjust the sail for better speed."
"The colorful sails of the boats filled the harbor."
V
verb
To travel on water using a sailboat or other vessel with sails.
Example Sentences
"They plan to sail around the world next year."
"She loves to sail along the coastline during the summer."
"The team will sail to the island for the competition."