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kickboard

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[kik-bawrd, -bohrd] / ˈkɪkˌbɔrd, -ˌboʊrd /

noun

Swimming.
  1. a buoyant, usually small board that is used to support the arms of a swimmer, used chiefly in practicing kicking movements.


Etymology

Origin of kickboard

kick + board

Example Sentences

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"We express our sincere apology for the incident involving BTS member Suga and his electric kickboard accident," they said in a statement.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2024

It checks whether you’re swimming the backstroke or with a kickboard.

From Slate Sep. 23, 2022

When a laundry room is located in the basement, Gion often places lower cabinets on top of plastic feet with a detachable kickboard, in case there’s flooding caused by plumbing issues or heavy rain.

From Seattle Times Aug. 3, 2022

As summer winds to an end, those lessons have done more than just teach children how to propel a kickboard or dive for submerged goggles.

From New York Times Aug. 27, 2017

Critics might cavil about his use of flippers and a kickboard, but to his waiting wife and two children, he was a much hugged hero.

From Time Magazine Archive

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