sail meaning and definition

SAIL noun

Definition of sail (noun)

1. a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel
   • synonyms: canvas, canvass, sheet
2. an ocean trip taken for pleasure
   • synonyms: cruise
3. any structure that resembles a sail

SAIL verb

Definition of sail (verb)

1. traverse or travel on (a body of water)
   • "We sailed the Atlantic"; "He sailed the Pacific all alone"
2. move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions
   • "The diva swept into the room"; "Shreds of paper sailed through the air"; "The searchlights swept across the sky"
   • synonyms: sweep
3. travel on water propelled by wind
   • "I love sailing, especially on the open sea"; "the ship sails on"
4. travel on water propelled by wind or by other means
   • "The QE2 will sail to Southampton tomorrow"
   • synonyms: navigate, voyage