sail

/sˈe‍ɪl/

/ˈseɪɫ/

to sail

MAIN VERB

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

synonyms : navigate

move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions

synonyms : sweep

travel on water propelled by wind

to begin a journey on a sea, lake, ocean, etc.

Sail

an ocean trip taken for pleasure

synonyms : cruise

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

synonyms : canvas

any structure that resembles a sail

Examples

1. The ship sailed across the ocean, carrying cargo from one country to another.

2. She sailed close to the wind when she missed work three times last week.

3. The strong wind urged on the sails of the boat, helping it move faster.

4. His dream is to sail around the world.