noun
- Plural of longboard; surfboards that are typically 8 to 10 feet or longer, designed for easier paddling and stability.
- Plural of longboard; skateboards with a longer deck and wheelbase, used for cruising, downhill racing, or carving.
Usage: common in surfing
Usage: common in skateboarding
Examples
- She prefers riding longboards because they are more stable in the water.
- Beginners often start with longboards to learn surfing techniques.
- He bought two new longboards for the upcoming surf competition.
- Longboards are ideal for cruising down the boardwalk on a sunny day.
- The skate shop specializes in custom longboards for downhill racing.
- Many surfers transition from longboards to shortboards as they improve.