yacht
Translation
yacht
Examples
They sailed the yacht across the ocean.
They sailed the yacht across the ocean.
He owns a very expensive luxury yacht.
He owns a very expensive luxury yacht.
Grammar Patterns
((a yacht)) a large boat with sails or a motor, used for racing or pleasure He owns a very expensive yacht.
Similar Words
Synonyms: boat, vessel, cruiser
Etymology
From Dutch 'jacht', meaning 'hunt', originally referring to a light, fast sailing vessel used for pursuit.
Memory Tips
The 'ch' is pronounced like a 'k'. Think of a luxurious 'yot'.