breaststroke
noun
a stroke made in the prone position, in which both hands move simultaneously forward, outward, and rearward from in front of the chest while the legs move in a frog kick.
breaststroker
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a word derived from
breaststroke.
Example Sentences
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Britain's Adam Peaty is the greatest sprint breaststroker in history, having swum the 14 fastest times of all time and taken gold at the past two Olympics.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2024
Hosszu and a dozen other top Hungarian swimmers including London gold medalist breaststroker Daniel Gyurta issued a joint statement on Monday demanding a new leadership, better conditions, transparent rules and fair access to funds.
From Reuters ● Nov. 24, 2016
“At practice, she’s a nice girl,” Anna Belousova, a 19-year-old Russian breaststroker who trains with Ledecky, told me.
From New York Times ● Jul. 30, 2016
One breaststroker who appeared to be struggling was encouraged to leave the pool by the lifeguards.
From The Guardian ● Jan. 28, 2013
Cornell-bound breaststroker Liam Sosinsky and multiple-event talent John Stupey lead the Knights.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 10, 2013
