waddled

Meanings

• To move with short, heavy steps, typically in water or on soft ground.

  - "The duck waddled across the pond."
  - "The penguin's waddling gait was comically awkward."
  - "Despite her fear, the woman waddled through the flooded streets."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with waddled
waddled , scrolled , rolled , enrolled , trolled

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Homophones

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1. waddled
   

2. wadded
   

3. waddled (past tense)
   

4. waddle (verb)
   

5. waddle (noun)
   

6. waddling
   

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Variants

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waddle , waddled , waddler , waddlers , waddles , waddling

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Forms

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The verb form of 'waddled' is 'waddle'. For example, 'The duck waddled across the pond.'

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Etymology

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The word 'waddled' comes from the Old English word 'wadan', which means 'to wallow' or 'to roll around in a soft substance'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Aquatic locomotion: The study of how animals move in water is called 'aquatic locomotion'. This field of study examines the physical adaptations and behaviors of animals that allow them to move efficiently and effectively in water.

2. Amphibious animals: Amphibious animals are those that are adapted to live both in water and on land. These animals typically have certain physical adaptations that allow them to survive in both environments. For example, some amphibious animals have webbed feet that help them swim efficiently, while also having strong, moist skin that allows them to breathe and absorb water through their skin while they are on land.

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Culture

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In popular culture, the term 'waddled' is often used to describe the gait or movement of animals or people that move with short, heavy steps, typically in water or on soft ground. For example, ducks, penguins, and hippopotamuses are all known for their 'waddled' gait.

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