doggy paddling

A form of doggy paddle — A swimming stroke in the style of a dog swimming. The swimmer lies on their chest and moves their hands and legs alternately.

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Meanings

verb
  1. gerundparticiplepresentpresent participle and gerund of doggy paddle
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