dog paddle

Speech parts

1. dog paddle - Noun

2. dog paddle - Verb

Meaning

an elementary swimming stroke imitating a swimming dog

Source: WordNet

Alternative names

dog-paddle

Synonyms

swimming balneation

Hypernyms

swimming stroke

Examples

During the swim, the bear lost 22% of her body mass and her yearling cub died. citation With its body fat providing buoyancy, the bear swims in a dog paddle fashion using its large forepaws for propulsion. Source: Internet

The dog paddle is a simple style often used instinctively by children. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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