paddleboard

noun

pad·​dle·​board ˈpa-dᵊl-ˌbȯrd How to pronounce paddleboard (audio)
: a long narrow buoyant board used for riding the surf or in rescuing swimmers

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An adult was last seen on a paddleboard near the swim beach Monday afternoon, officials said. Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 8 July 2025 In April, 10 University of North Texas students were stranded on Lake Ray Roberts in Cooke County after their paddleboards and canoes were blown off course by strong winds. Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2025 The industry also creates numerous specialized positions that many job seekers might not immediately consider, like outdoor equipment specialists who maintain, repair and fit equipment ranging from mountain bikes to paddleboards. Marco Buscaglia, Boston Herald, 5 May 2025 For a water sport that requires less core strength, the Yacht Club Landais rents out kayaks, paddleboards, and paddle boats and offers paddleboard yoga classes. Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 24 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for paddleboard

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First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of paddleboard was in 1932

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“Paddleboard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paddleboard. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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paddleboard

noun
pad·​dle·​board
ˈpad-ᵊl-ˌbō(ə)rd,
-ˌbȯ(ə)rd
: a long narrow board that floats and that is used to ride the surf or in rescuing swimmers
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