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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

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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

A kickboard floats your boat as you perfect your kicking technique.

From New York Times Aug. 11, 2016

When swimming, do the breaststroke or crawl or use a kickboard, and vary your stroke.

From Seattle Times May 4, 2010

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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