canoes

word · lemma: canoe

Definition

Small, narrow boats, usually pointed at both ends and moved using paddles, often by one or two people.

Usage & Nuances

'Canoes' is the plural of 'canoe'. Used for leisure, sport, or transport, especially on lakes and rivers. Not the same as 'kayaks', which usually have a closed deck. Collocations: 'paddle canoes', 'rent canoes', 'wooden canoes'.

Example Sentences

We saw three canoes on the lake.

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The canoes are made of wood.

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People paddle their canoes down the river.

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All the canoes were rented out by noon.

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They raced their canoes during the summer festival.

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Those old canoes have amazing stories behind them.

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