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draw left

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

A verbal command given usually to the bowman of a canoe or raft. It means to place the paddle in the water on the left side parallel to the boat and pull it towards the boat. This is a maneuver to move the front of the boat to the left side.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • When we get to the bottom of the rapids, draw left to avoid the sweepers.

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