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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At the Shamrock’s beach, guests can borrow canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboards for some quality time on the water. — Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026 Hiking trails lead to lookouts, while paddleboards allow for spontaneous exploration of the private island's coastline. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026 Guests may spend the morning on the water, explore the coastline by kayak or paddleboard, or follow the resort’s guidance into nearby villages, galleries, distilleries, and landscapes that define this part of Nayarit. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2026 In Friday's incident, the two paddleboarders were sharing at least one life jacket in addition to the single paddleboard. — Logan Smith, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for paddleboard

Word History

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

noun
pad·​dle·​board ˈpad-ᵊl-ˌbō(ə)rd How to pronounce paddleboard (audio)
-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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