doggy paddle
doggy paddle · doggy paddles
A swimming stroke in the style of a dog swimmingA swimming stroke in the style of a dog swimming. The swimmer lies on their chest and moves their hands and legs alternately.
» Tom only knows how to doggy paddle.
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2 sensesA swimming stroke in the style of a dog swimming. The swimmer lies on their chest and moves their hands and legs alternately.
The swimming method used by dogs and other four-legged mammals, with head above water and front legs vigorously paddling.
Examples
1 sentencesTom only knows how to doggy paddle.