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canoe

/kəˈnuː/

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noun

Kanadier, Kanu

A small long and narrow boat, propelled by one or more people (depending on the size of canoe), using single-bladed paddles. The paddlers face in the direction of travel, in either a seated position, or kneeling on the bottom of the boat. Canoes are open on top, and pointed at both ends.

Examples :

"The family took their canoe out on the lake for a peaceful afternoon of paddling. "

Die Familie fuhr mit ihrem Kanu auf den See für einen friedlichen Nachmittag des Paddelns.

nautical vehicle sport

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noun

Ein großes, oft älteres Luxusauto

An oversize, usually older, luxury car.

Examples :

"My uncle's old canoe is a beautiful, but very large, car. "

Das alte Luxusauto meines Onkels ist ein wunderschönes, aber sehr großes Auto.

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noun

Ablenker

Any of the deflectors positioned around a roulette wheel, shaped like upside-down boats.

Examples :

"The croupier carefully inspected the canoes around the roulette wheel to make sure none were loose, as that could unfairly influence where the ball landed. "

Der Croupier inspizierte sorgfältig die Ablenker um das Roulette-Rad, um sicherzustellen, dass keiner locker war, da dies unfair beeinflussen könnte, wo die Kugel landete.

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verb

Kanufahren

To ride or paddle a canoe.

Examples :

"The children canoed on the lake all afternoon. "

Die Kinder sind den ganzen Nachmittag Kanu auf dem See gefahren.

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