WATERMANSHIP

Etymology

Noun

watermanship (uncountable)

Skill in propelling oneself through the water, whether by swimming or boating.

Source: Wiktionary


Wa"ter*man*ship`, n.

1. The business or skill of a waterman.

2. Art of, or skill in, rowing; oarsmanship; specif., skill in managing the blade in the water, as distinguished from managing arms, body, etc., in the stroke.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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INTERSPERSION

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