English dictionary
sail
/s/eI/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel
Source: WordNet 3.0
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an ocean trip taken for pleasure
Synonyms cruiseSource: WordNet 3.0
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any structure that resembles a sail
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An extent of canvas or other fabric by means of which the wind is made serviceable as a power for propelling vessels through the water.
Source: webster1913
verb
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traverse or travel on (a body of water)
ExamplesWe sailed the Atlantic.
He sailed the Pacific all alone.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions
ExamplesShreds of paper sailed through the air.
Synonyms sweepSource: WordNet 3.0
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travel on water propelled by wind
ExamplesI love sailing, especially on the open sea.
The ship sails on.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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travel on water propelled by wind or by other means
ExamplesThe QE2 will sail to Southampton tomorrow.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To be impelled or driven forward by the action of wind upon sails, as a ship on water; to be impelled on a body of water by the action of steam or other power.
Source: webster1913
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To pass or move upon, as in a ship, by means of sails; hence, to move or journey upon (the water) by means of steam or other force.
Source: webster1913