noun
paddling
Paddling (noun) means the activity of propelling a small boat with a paddle. Example: “A morning of paddling left his arms sore.”
noun
1
The activity of propelling a small boat with a paddle.
"A morning of paddling left his arms sore."
2
A group of ducks resting or floating together on water.
"A paddling of ducks drifted near the reeds."
How to use paddling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRowing with a paddle, or the collective term for a group of ducks on water.
Memory tip
Like "a flock of birds" or "a pride of lions," "a paddling of ducks" is one of English's many quirky collective nouns.
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Word forms
- Plural
- paddlings
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A morning of _____ left his arms sore.
Etymology
Formed from paddle and -ing.
Frequently asked questions
What does “paddling” mean?
The word “paddling” means the activity of propelling a small boat with a paddle. In plain terms, rowing with a paddle, or the collective term for a group of ducks on water.
How do you use “paddling” in a sentence?
Here is “paddling” used in a sentence: “A morning of paddling left his arms sore.”
What part of speech is “paddling”?
“Paddling” is a noun.
How many meanings does “paddling” have?
“Paddling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the activity of propelling a small boat with a paddle.
