sidestroke
Definition
Noun: A swimming stroke performed on one's side, where the arms execute alternating forward and backward movements while the legs perform a simultaneous scissor-like kick.
Usage
The term "sidestroke" refers specifically to this swimming technique. It is used to name the stroke itself, often in instructional, descriptive, or comparative contexts related to swimming.
Examples
- Lifeguards are often trained in the sidestroke because it is efficient for rescue tows.
- She switched from the crawl to the sidestroke to conserve energy during the long swim.
- The sidestroke is characterized by its asymmetrical arm motion and scissor kick.
Advanced Usage
- "To swim the sidestroke": This is the standard verb phrase used to describe performing this stroke.
- He can swim the sidestroke for long distances without getting tired.
Variants and Related Words
- Side-stroke (noun): A less common hyphenated variant of the same word.
- Scissors Kick (noun): The specific leg action used in the sidestroke (and some other strokes).
- Breaststroke, Freestyle, Backstroke (nouns): Other named swimming strokes for comparison.
Synonyms
- Lateral stroke: A more technical or descriptive synonym.
- Side swimming: A descriptive phrase rather than a direct synonym.
Related Phrases
- To swim on one's side: A descriptive phrase for the body position used in the sidestroke.
Noun
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a swimming stroke in which the arms move forward and backward while the legs do a scissors kick
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