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white water Definition

white water

noun

  1. foaming, whitish water, as in whitecaps, rapids, etc.
  2. a light-colored water over a shallow area

white-water Definition

white·-water (-wôt′ər)

adjective

of or having to do with recreational rafting, kayaking, etc. on rivers with rapids, fast currents, etc.

white water Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • climb: OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Pursuits such as scuba diving, mountain climbing, white water rafting and hang gliding can be dangerous in unfamiliar surroundings.
  • try: Have a picnic on the riverbank or try white water rafting which is available in the area.

Adjective modifier

  • surging: The whole river will turn from peace to a huge mass of surging, splitting white water in a matter of moments.