paddle
|pad-dle|
B1
/ˈpædəl/
propel or play in water
Etymology
Etymology Information
'paddle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'padell,' where 'pad-' meant 'to walk or tread.'
Historical Evolution
'padell' transformed into the modern English word 'paddle' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to walk or tread,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to propel a boat or play in water.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a short pole with a broad blade at one or both ends, used for propelling or steering a boat.
He used a paddle to navigate the canoe.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39