doggy paddle
"Doggy paddle" is a simple swimming stroke that mimics the natural movements of a dog swimming.
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Definition
A2Swimming
(informal)A basic swimming stroke where the swimmer lies on their front and moves their arms and legs alternately, keeping the head above water.
Example
- Children often start learning to swim by doing the doggy paddle.
- He used the doggy paddle to stay afloat in the pool.
B1Swimming
(informal)A simple and instinctive way of swimming characterized by quick, alternating movements of the limbs.
Example
- Even without formal lessons, many people can naturally perform the doggy paddle.
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