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whitewater

 

[ หˆwaษชtหŒwษ”tษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

rafting

Whitewater refers to turbulent, frothy water in rivers, often created by the rushing of water over rocks or through narrow passages. It is characterized by its white appearance due to the air bubbles mixed in the water. Whitewater is popular for activities like whitewater rafting and kayaking.

Synonyms

rapids, white water

Examples of usage

  • The thrill-seekers enjoyed navigating the whitewater rapids.
  • She had an adrenaline rush while paddling through the whitewater.
Context #2 | Noun

geography

Whitewater can also refer to a stretch of river with turbulent water, typically featuring rapids and rough currents. It is often sought after for recreational activities and adventure sports.

Synonyms

turbulent water, whitewater section

Examples of usage

  • The explorers took on the challenge of the whitewater section of the river.
  • Whitewater enthusiasts look for new rivers to conquer.

Translations

Translations of the word "whitewater" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น รกguas brancas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคซเฅ‡เคฆ เคชเคพเคจเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wildwasser

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ air putih

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั–ะปะฐ ะฒะพะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ biaล‚a woda

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็™ฝๆฐด

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท eau vive

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ agua blanca

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท beyaz su

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐฑ์ˆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูŠุงู‡ ุจูŠุถุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bรญlรก voda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ biela voda

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็™ฝๆฐด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bela voda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hvรญtavรถtn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›ััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒ”แƒ—แƒ แƒ˜ แƒฌแƒงแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ aฤŸ su

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ agua blanca

Etymology

The term 'whitewater' originated in the mid-20th century in the context of outdoor recreation and adventure sports. It gained popularity along with the rise of activities like whitewater rafting and kayaking. The word 'white' refers to the frothy appearance of the water, while 'water' signifies the river environment. Whitewater has become synonymous with excitement, adrenaline, and the thrill of challenging natural elements.

See also: white, whiten, whitened, whitener, whiteness, whitening, whiteout, whiter.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,276 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.