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Definition paddle in American English

paddle verb

verb
/ˈpæd(ə)l/
1

to move a small boat through the water using a paddle

Example

We paddled for several hours along the coast.

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2

to swim slowly by moving your arms or legs gently through the water

Example

We watched the ducks paddle across the lake.

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3

to hit a child with a paddle as a punishment

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4

to wade in water that is not very deep

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Definition paddle in American English