pedal boat

noun

: paddleboat sense 2

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At the Shamrock’s beach, guests can borrow canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboards for some quality time on the water. — Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026 Canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and pedal boats are available to rent at Lake Olathe. — Rashad Alexander august 20, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 The pedal boats have disappeared and returned several times over the decades. — Hanna Kang, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026 The city ended its longtime contract with vendor Wheel Fun Rentals, which previously supplied things like swan pedal boats, in early 2026 after more than 20 years, Figueroa said. — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pedal boat

Word History

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pedal boat was in 1910

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“Pedal boat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pedal%20boat. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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