Dictionary Entry
paddle
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Meaning
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To propel a small boat with a short oar, or to walk with bare feet in shallow water. It can also refer to the short oar itself or a flat implement used for striking.
Example Sentence
We decided to paddle our canoe across the calm lake to the island.
Usage Note
Use 'paddle' as a verb when describing the action of moving a boat with a paddle or playing in shallow water. As a noun, it refers to the tool itself, like a canoe paddle, or a flat board used for games or striking, such as a ping-pong paddle.
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