swimming pool

noun

: a pool suitable for swimming
especially : a tank (as of concrete or plastic) made for swimming

Examples of swimming pool in a Sentence

Our neighbors have a swimming pool in their backyard.
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From the main building, the resort slopes down past lush gardens and swimming pools to Polo Beach, a secluded 600-foot stretch of white sand protected by black lava rock formations on both ends. Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025 Kids and adults will have fun taking a dip in the Olympic-size swimming pool, which is open during the summer. Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025 The lagoon-style swimming pool includes a sloped entry, and a beach wheelchair is available on-site. Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025 There’s also an outdoor swimming pool, free bicycle rentals, live music on weekends, and a calendar of classes, including yoga and pilates. Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for swimming pool

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swimming pool was in 1840

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“Swimming pool.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimming%20pool. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

swimming pool

noun
: a large tank built for swimming

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