Definify.com
Webster 1913 Edition
Boating
Boat′ing
,Noun.
1.
The act or practice of rowing or sailing, esp. as an amusement; carriage in boats.
2.
In Persia, a punishment of capital offenders, by laying them on the back in a covered boat, where they are left to perish.
Webster 1828 Edition
Boating
BOATING
,ppr.
BOATING
,Noun.
1.
In Persia, a punishment of capital offenders by laying them on the back in a boat which is covered, where they perish.