English Explanatory Dictionary

Pia carry

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A technique for bringing a drowning non-swimmer to shore, by holding their head out of the water, encircling their waist or hips with one arm, and supporting their buttocks or thigh on one's hip, while propelling oneself by kicking.

Word forms

Pia carry Pia carries

Etymology

Introduced by Francesco "Frank" Pia, American lifeguard.

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