The act or practice of rowing or sailing, esp. as an amusement; carriage in boats.

water travel for pleasure

Boating, the leisurely activity of traveling by boat typically refers to the recreational use of boats whether power boats, sail boats, or yachts (large vessels), focused on the travel itself, as well as sports activities, such as fishing or waterskiing. Boating is an extremely popular activity, and there are millions of boaters worldwide.

In Persia, a punishment of capital offenders, by laying them on the back in a covered boat, where they are left to perish.