kicking in WordNet English dictionary

1. the act of delivering a blow with the foot
   "he gave the ball a powerful kick"; "the team's kicking was excellent"
   kick  boot  kicking 
   
2. a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics
   "the kick must be synchronized with the arm movements"; "the swimmer's kicking left a wake behind him"
   kick  kicking