Paddled: meaning, definitions and examples

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paddled

 

[ หˆpรฆd.ษ™ld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

water activity

To paddle means to move a small boat or canoe through water using a paddle. This action is typically done by dipping the paddle into the water and pushing against it to propel the boat forward. Paddling can be a leisurely activity enjoyed on lakes and rivers or a means of navigating in more challenging waters. People often paddle for fun, exercise, or exploration. It is an essential skill for kayaking and canoeing.

Synonyms

navigated, propelled, rowed

Examples of usage

  • We paddled along the calm lake.
  • He paddled swiftly to avoid the rain.
  • They paddled in a group, enjoying the sunny day.
  • The children excitedly paddled their new kayak.

Translations

Translations of the word "paddled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น remou

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅˆเคกเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gepaddelt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengayuh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตัะปัƒะฒะฐะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wiosล‚owaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒ‰ใƒซใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท a pagayรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ remรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kรผrek รงekti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒจ๋“คํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุฏู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pรกdluje

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรกdloval

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ’ๆกจไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ veslal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รก paddla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตัะบะตั€ั‚ั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ“แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qayฤฑq sรผrdรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ remรณ

Etymology

The word 'paddle' originates from the Middle English term 'padel', which in turn comes from the Old French 'padele' and possibly from the Latin 'pala', meaning 'shovel' or 'spade'. It has historically referred to a tool used for digging or scooping, but over time, it evolved to specifically refer to the instrument used in watercraft to move through water. The first known use of 'paddle' as it relates to a boat oar dates back to the 15th century. The concept of paddling as a recreational activity has grown considerably, especially in the context of canoeing and kayaking, making it popular worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,775, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.