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Swimming

Sport of propelling oneself through water.

swimming

A sport involving propelling oneself through water using coordinated limb movements. Competitive swimming encompasses various strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly) and distances, typically held in pools.

Pronunciation

/ˈswɪmɪŋ/

Etymology

Swimming derives from the Old English 'swimman', meaning to move through water.

Explain Like I’m 5

Swimming is a way to move through water using your arms and legs, like playing in a pool or lake!

Fun Facts

Humans can hold their breath for a surprisingly long time
Some animals, like dolphins, swim using echolocation
Swimming is an Olympic sport

FAQ

What is swimming? Propelling oneself through water
Why do people swim? For recreation, exercise, or competition
Is swimming a good workout? Yes, it works many muscles

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

aquatics water sport

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

sport recreation

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

freestyle backstroke breaststroke butterfly

Meronyms — Parts or Components

pool lane goggles

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

aquatics Olympics

Indexes

activity aquatic recreation sport

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