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Backstroke Definition & Meaning

backstroke
noun
  1. a swimming stroke that resembles the crawl except the swimmer lies on his or her back
verb
  1. swim on one's back

"Backstroke" in song lyrics

See how backstroke is used in real songs:

  • "I'll teach you how to backstroke"
    Blackalicious — Aural Pleasure
  • "Men I'm just trying to stay aflood, doing the backstroke"
    Code Red f/ Masta Ace — The Call
  • "And tell them that young Lloyd done taught you the backstroke"
    Lloyd f/ 50 Cent — Let's Get It In

Usage tips for "backstroke"

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Frequently asked questions

What does backstroke mean?
a swimming stroke that resembles the crawl except the swimmer lies on his or her back swim on one's back
What part of speech is backstroke?
Backstroke is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does backstroke have?
Backstroke has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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