Definition

Noun: A person who swims using the backstroke, a swimming style performed on the back with alternating arm movements and a flutter kick.

Usage

The word "backstroker" specifically refers to a swimmer whose primary or competitive stroke is the backstroke. It identifies a person by their swimming specialty.

Examples: - She is a talented backstroker who won the national championship. - The team needs a strong backstroker for the medley relay. - As a dedicated backstroker, he practices his flip turns every day.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in both singular and plural forms ("backstrokers") to refer to a group.
• It is commonly used in competitive swimming contexts, such as news reports, team selections, and race commentary.

Variants and Related Words

• Backstroke (noun): The swimming stroke itself.
  • He is an expert in the backstroke.
• Backstroke (verb): To swim using this stroke.
  • She will backstroke the final leg of the race.

Synonyms

• Backstroke swimmer

Notes

• "Backstroker" is a compound noun formed from "backstroke" + the agent suffix "-er." It is a specific term within the lexicon of sports and athletics.

Noun

1. someone who swims the backstroke