Pia carry

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Etymology[edit]

Introduced by Francesco "Frank" Pia, American lifeguard.

Noun[edit]

Pia carry (plural Pia carries)

  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.
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