butterfly stroke

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Definitions of butterfly stroke words

noun butterfly stroke a swimming stroke in which the arms are plunged forward together in large circular movements 3
noun butterfly stroke a swimming stroke performed face down, in which both arms are thrust out at the sides at the same time, brought forward out of the water and then down through the water in a circular motion, while using an up-and-down leg movement 3
noun butterfly stroke A swimming stroke in which the body is prone, the arms are moved in simultaneous circles, and the feet are kicked up and down. 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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