What is another word for Poling?

Pronunciation: [pˈə͡ʊlɪŋ] (IPA)

Poling is a term that describes the action of propelling a boat or other vehicle with a long pole. Other words that can be used as synonyms for poling include punting, shoving, pushing, thrusting, and prodding. These words all indicate the same action of using a force to move a boat forward in shallow or narrow waterways. Similarly, related terms such as "pole", "oar", and "paddle" also describe the use of implements to move a vessel through water. While poling may not be a familiar term to everyone, knowing these synonyms can help to better understand and appreciate the diverse language used to describe boating activities.

What are the hypernyms for Poling?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Poling

I don't feel like Poling that canoe any farther up-river, either.
"The Greater Power"
Harold Bindloss W. Herbert Dunton
These are graceful long canoes, cut from a teak tree trunk, with a fine smooth surface and with a suggestion about them of being easy to roll over; bamboos lashed alongside steadied them, and allowed our Kachin and Burman to walk along the side when Poling.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
They did not cease Poling and paddling all night, and halted at last to land, after catching some fish, which, when broiled, made a good addition to the biscuits and coffee.
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn

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