sail

(noun) a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel. Synonyms: canvas, canvass, sheet.

(noun) an ocean trip taken for pleasure. Synonyms: cruise.

(noun) any structure that resembles a sail.

(verb) traverse or travel on (a body of water). Examples: "We sailed the atlantic." "He sailed the pacific all alone."

(verb) move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions. Synonyms: sweep. Examples: "The diva swept into the room." "Shreds of paper sailed through the air." "The searchlights swept across the sky."

(verb) travel on water propelled by wind. Examples: "I love sailing, especially on the open sea." "The ship sails on."

(verb) travel on water propelled by wind or by other means. Synonyms: voyage, navigate. Examples: "The qe2 will sail to southampton tomorrow."