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Definition of kayak

kayak

/ˈkaɪ.æk/
kay · ak
Plural:kayaks
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Past Simple:kayaked
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Past Participle:kayaked
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Present Participle:kayaking
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kayak Lexical Profile

kayak Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small, narrow watercraft typically propelled by means of a double-bladed paddle, originally developed by the indigenous peoples of the Arctic.

Example

"She bought a new touring kayak to explore the coastal inlets during the summer."

• verb

1

To travel, navigate, or race in a kayak.

Example

"We kayaked across the pristine alpine lake just before sunrise."

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• Rhymes for kayak

• Nearby Words

kawasan
kaweah
kay
kayak
kayaker
kayaking
kayo

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Inuktitut 'qajaq', originally referring to a traditional hunter's boat made by stretching animal skins over a wooden or bone frame.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kayak. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 3, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kayak
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