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Meaning of paddle

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paddle

Pronunciation:/ˈpæ.dəl/[ˈpʰæ.ɾɫ̩]

noun

Definitions

  1. A two-handed, single-bladed oar used to propel a canoe or a small boat.

  2. A double-bladed oar used for kayaking.

  3. Time spent on paddling.

    Example: We had a nice paddle this morning.

  4. A slat of a paddleboat's wheel.

verb

Definitions

  1. To propel something through water with a paddle, oar, hands, etc.

  2. To row a boat with less than one's full capacity.

  3. To spank with a paddle.

  4. To pat or stroke amorously or gently.

paddle

Pronunciation:/ˈpæ.dəl/[ˈpʰæ.ɾɫ̩]

verb

Definitions

  1. To walk or dabble playfully in shallow water, especially at the seaside.

  2. To toddle.

  3. To toy or caress using hands or fingers.