kayak

Meanings

• noun

  A type of small, portable boat, typically having a covered seating area and two or more pairs of oars with which it is propelled.

  - "I went kayaking on the lake last weekend."
  - "The kayak is a popular choice for those who enjoy quiet water sports."

• verb

  To travel or explore in a kayak.

  - "They decided to kayak down the river."
  - "He enjoys kayaking every morning before work."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkaɪˌæk/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=500162"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with kayak
make , ake , cake

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Variants

List of all variants of kayak that leads to same result
kayak , kayaked , kayaker , kayakers , kayaking , kayakings , kayaks

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Etymology

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Inuit word 'qajaq', meaning 'real canoe'

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Trivia

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1. The longest recorded kayak journey was by Gordon Wiltsie, who paddled from Alaska to Hawaii in 1998.

2. The Inuit word 'qajaq' was originally pronounced 'kayak' by early European explorers.

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Related Concepts

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1. Canoe: A larger, open-topped boat, often used for longer trips or carrying larger loads.

2. Rafting: A water sport involving navigating a raft through rapids and other challenging water conditions.

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Culture

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The kayak is believed to have originated in the Arctic regions around 4000 years ago. It was traditionally made from the hide of a seal or other large animal, with a wooden or bone frame. Kayaks were used by the Inuit and other Arctic peoples for hunting, fishing, and travel. In modern times, kayaking has become a popular recreational activity around the world.

How to Memorize "kayak"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, covered boat with two sets of oars.
   - Visualize the boat moving gracefully through calm water.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'kayak' with the image of a small, portable boat.
   - Think of the word 'adventure' when you hear the word 'kayak'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym KAYAK: Keep Away From Yaks And Kangaroos.
   - Think of the word 'kayak' as a type of 'aquatic taxi'.

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