Paddle

usgb/ˈpædl/
noun

A flat piece of wood, plastic or metal used to move a boat in water.

He used a wooden paddle to steer the canoe down the river.
Visual representation of "paddle" - A flat piece of wood, plastic or metal used to move a boat in water.

Often appears as...

  • paddle a canoe
  • paddle a kayak
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Water Sport

Used in the context of water-based activities or sports.

Illustration for Water Sport
Rent a paddle and life jacket before getting into the raft.
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Boat Control

Helps in steering or controlling the direction of small boats.

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With a paddle in hand, she navigated through the narrow stream.
Visual representation of the word "Paddle"

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