Sidestroke

Pronunciation: /ˈsaɪdˌstroʊk/

Definitions of sidestroke

noun a swimming stroke in which the swimmer lies on one side and moves the arms in a circular motion while kicking rhythmically with the legs

Example Sentences

A1 I learned how to do the sidestroke in my swimming class.

A2 She swam the sidestroke during the race and won first place.

B1 The sidestroke is a popular swimming technique for beginners.

B2 He perfected his sidestroke technique by practicing regularly.

C1 The swimmer executed the sidestroke flawlessly, demonstrating years of training.

C2 Her graceful sidestroke in the water was a sight to behold for the spectators.

Examples of sidestroke in a Sentence

formal The swimmer demonstrated a flawless sidestroke technique during the competition.

informal I always prefer doing the sidestroke when I swim laps at the pool.

slang I totally nailed the sidestroke in the race today!

figurative In the midst of the chaos, he felt like he was just treading water with a sidestroke.

Grammatical Forms of sidestroke

• past tense: sidestroked
• plural: sidestrokes
• comparative: more sidestroked
• superlative: most sidestroked
• present tense: sidestroke
• future tense: will sidestroke
• perfect tense: have sidestroked
• continuous tense: is sidestroking
• singular: sidestroke
• positive degree: sidestroke
• infinitive: to sidestroke
• gerund: sidestroking
• participle: sidestroked

Origin and Evolution of sidestroke

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'sidestroke' originated from the combination of 'side' and 'stroke', referring to a swimming stroke performed on one's side.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of swimming, 'sidestroke' has evolved to also refer to a way of moving or acting cautiously or indirectly in various situations.