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Definition paddle in British English

paddle verb

verb
/ˈpæd(ə)l/
1

to play or walk in water that is not very deep

Example

The little ones were paddling in the shallow end.

Synonyms and related words
go down carry sink
2

to move a small boat through the water using a paddle

Example

We paddled for several hours along the coast.

Synonyms and related words
a bad/good sailor the Admiral’s Cup ahoy
3

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

Example

We watched the ducks paddle across the lake.

Synonyms and related words
backstroke bathe bathing
Definition paddle in British English