paddle
verb (1)
pad·dle
| \ ˈpa-dᵊl
\
\
paddled;
paddling\ ˈpad-liŋ
, ˈpa-dᵊl-iŋ \
, ˈpa-dᵊl-iŋ \
Definition of paddle
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: to move the hands or feet about in shallow water
2
archaic
: to use the hands or fingers in toying or caressing
3
: toddle
paddle
nounDefinition of paddle (Entry 2 of 3)
1a
: a usually wooden implement that has a long handle and a broad flattened blade and that is used to propel and steer a small craft (such as a canoe)
b
: an implement often with a short handle and a broad flat blade that is used for stirring, mixing, or hitting
especially
: one used to hit a ball in any of various games (such as table tennis)
c
: a small usually numbered sign that is raised by a bidder at an auction to signal a bid
d
: a flat electrode that is the part of a defibrillator placed on the chest of a patient and through which a shock of electricity is discharged
2a
: any of the broad boards at the circumference of a paddle wheel or waterwheel
b
: any of the broad blades attached to a shaft (as in an ice cream machine) and used for stirring
3
: a computer input device with a dial used to control linear movement of a cursor on a computer display
paddle
verb (2)
paddled;
paddling\ ˈpad-liŋ
, ˈpa-dᵊl-iŋ \
, ˈpa-dᵊl-iŋ \
Definition of paddle (Entry 3 of 3)
: to go on or through water by or as if by means of a paddle or paddle wheel
1a
: to propel by a paddle
b
: to transport in a paddled craft
paddled us to shore in his canoe
2a
: to beat or stir with or as if with a paddle (as in washing or dyeing)
b
: to punish by or as if by beating with a paddle
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Other Words from paddle
Verb (1)
paddler
\ ˈpad-lər
, ˈpa-dᵊl-ər \
noun
, ˈpa-dᵊl-ər \
noun
Verb (2)
paddler
\ ˈpad-lər
, ˈpa-dᵊl-ər \
noun
, ˈpa-dᵊl-ər \
noun
Examples of paddle in a Sentence
Noun
Use the mixer's paddle attachment to mix the dough. The potter used a paddle to shape the clay.Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
One of their more distinctive behaviors is a constant, rhythmic head pumping while paddling around in the water. — Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, "Water-loving coots are longtime familiar sights," 15 Aug. 2019 Thousands of outdoor enthusiasts will hit the Ohio River this weekend for Paddlefest, the nation’s largest paddling celebration. — Luann Gibbs, Cincinnati.com, "Things to do in Cincinnati this week: July 29-Aug. 4," 29 July 2019 In 2007 Bartleby was paddling in the Atlantic next to an analyst from a credit-rating agency receiving frantic messages on his BlackBerry about the collapse of the credit system. — The Economist, "Holidays are good for workers and companies alike," 8 Aug. 2019 Its crew – eight college students, one professor and four members of the Chinook Indian Nation – paddled to the left, then the right. — oregonlive.com, "Paddling in Chinook canoe, students learn Native American history first-hand," 21 July 2019 It was left paddling in the wake of opponents who had more energy and more evenly distributed weight on their vessel. — Joe Rubino, The Denver Post, "Giant paddle boards, electric bikes that can haul more than 350 pounds: the Outdoor Retailer Demo Experience had that and more," 17 June 2019 So those who don’t mind the return trip can paddle their way with the current down to the bridge of State Road 70 before heading back. — Richard Tribou, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Explore Florida's DeSoto County: Taming the Peace River," 6 May 2018 The young man ejected a startled yelp and began to furiously paddle his long legs in the air, like a cartoon character. — Colin Barrett, Harper's magazine, "The Alps," 22 July 2019 In the next week or so, five adventurers will attempt to paddle a primitive hand-hewn canoe across 200 kilometers of ocean in hopes of revealing how humans originally populated East China Sea islands. — Dennis Normile, Science | AAAS, "Explorers to voyage to Japan in primitive boat in hopes of unlocking an ancient mystery," 2 July 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Until the water quality meets acceptable standards, the area will be closed to ocean water contact sports, such as paddle boarding and surfing. — Los Angeles Times, "Sewage spill at Huntington Harbour could be smaller than the feared 60,000 gallons," 29 Aug. 2019 Long weekend in Seguin: Unpack and unwind at Son's Island, a family friendly resort where guests can enjoy water sports like paddle boarding and kayaking, fishing, swimming and camping. — Darla Guillen Gilthorpe, Houston Chronicle, "Where to go and where to stay on a budget family road trip in Texas," 29 Aug. 2019 During the summer, the lake is used for sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming and fishing. — courant.com, "Property of the Week: 194 Woodpond Road, West Hartford," 16 Aug. 2019 Garmin also supports sport profiles that many other devices don't, including skiing and stand-up paddle-boarding, so there's a good chance that the device can track even your most obscure physical hobby. — Valentina Palladino, Ars Technica, "Guidemaster: Smartwatches worthy of replacing your favorite timepiece," 8 Aug. 2019 Scuba diving with hammerhead sharks, moray eels, and sea lions at Isla EspÃritu Santo or stand-up paddle boarding at secluded beaches such as Balandra. — Jenny Peters, National Geographic, "Baja California Sur: The ultimate road trip," 25 July 2019 Public Health advises against all water recreation, including swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing and water skiing. — oregonlive.com, "Vancouver Lake swim beach closes over elevated toxic algae levels," 24 July 2019 Soak up the sun or hit the waves at Kite Beach The white-sand Kite Beach is 7.5 miles long and known for kite flying, and for water sports such as kite surfing, wake boarding and stand-up paddle boarding. — Adrienne Jordan, USA TODAY, "First time in Dubai? Here are 5 things you should do," 15 July 2019 The club has a Monday Night Run Club, which steps out at Blind Faith Brewing in Littleton, and numerous activities outside of running that include tubing, biking, paddle-boarding and more. — John Meyer, The Know, "10 running clubs around Denver so you can find the group for you," 12 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'paddle.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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