paddle
noun
a short, flat bladed oar for propelling and steering a canoe or small boat, usually held by both hands and moved more or less through a vertical arc.
paddler
-
a word derived from
paddle.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Masding has been a keen dragon boat paddler since she discovered the hobby and has brought her partner onboard.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
“Every boater, paddler and angler shares the responsibility to protect Lake Tahoe’s native species and the waters we enjoy.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2023
An avid backpacker, hunter, skier and wilderness paddler, Nuttall-Smith has devised ways to bring a gourmet experience to the outdoors.
From Washington Times ● May 24, 2023
Sandor Totka of Hungary won the gold medal in the final men’s Olympic kayak 200, becoming the first non-British paddler to win the event since it started in 2012.
From Fox News ● Aug. 5, 2021
Luiz Correia was the steersman, Julio de Lima was the bowsman, and Antonio Pareci was the paddler.
From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple
