flutter kick
US /ˈflʌt.ər ˌkɪk/
UK /ˈflʌt.ər ˌkɪk/

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nado borboleta, batida de pernas
a swimming kick in which the legs are extended straight back and moved up and down alternately with a slight bend at the knees
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She used a strong flutter kick to propel herself through the water.
Ela usou um forte nado borboleta para se impulsionar pela água.
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Learning the flutter kick is essential for freestyle swimming.
Aprender o nado borboleta é essencial para a natação livre.