Pronunciation: /ˈpædəl/
noun a short pole with a wide, flat part at one or both ends, used for rowing or steering a boat
A1 I use a paddle to row the boat.
A2 The kayak instructor gave me a paddle to use.
B1 She grabbed the paddle and started canoeing down the river.
B2 The paddle was made of lightweight carbon fiber for easy handling.
C1 The professional paddler's technique was flawless as he glided through the water.
C2 The ornately carved paddle was displayed in the museum as a work of art.
verb to propel a boat with a paddle or oar
A1 She paddles in the pool during the summer.
A2 He paddled the canoe down the river for hours.
B1 They paddled out to sea to catch some waves.
B2 The kayakers paddled vigorously against the strong current.
C1 The experienced rower paddled effortlessly through the water.
C2 The professional paddler paddled with precision and skill in the competition.
formal The kayaker used a paddle to navigate through the rough waters.
informal Let's grab our paddles and go for a canoe ride on the lake.
slang I heard he got into a paddle battle with his friend at the pool party.
figurative She had to paddle her own canoe and make her way in the competitive industry.
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