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Escort

From Steven Munatones, for About.com

Definition: a person or group of persons in a boat, kayak, JetSki or on a paddleboard or surfboard accompanying or leading a swimmer for protection and/or guidance in the open bodies of water. (noun)
Also Known As: paddler, kayaker, lead boat, escort boat
Examples: The escort was leading the swimmers out towards the last turn buoy.

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