Dictionary

Explore meaning, context, and usage with an online dictionary experience optimized for multilingual workflows.

Clear

Try these words

Meaning of paddles

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

paddles

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.

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.