Swim
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British pronunciation/swˈɪm/
American pronunciation/ˈswɪm/

Definition & Meaning of "swim"

to swim
01

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

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to swim definition and meaning
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My sister swims every morning before breakfast.
Last summer, he swam in the ocean for the first time.
While I was swimming at the lake, I found a seashell.
02

to float or move in a liquid substance, typically water

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The rubber duckies swam in the bathtub.
The colorful paper boats swam in the pond, sailing gracefully on the still water.
Petals from the blooming flowers swam on the surface of the pond, creating a picturesque scene.
03

to be submerged or covered by a liquid

Intransitive: to swim in sth
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The ice cream sundae arrived at the table with a mountain of whipped cream swimming in chocolate syrup.
The breakfast plate showcased fluffy pancakes swimming in a pool of maple syrup.
The city skyline was illuminated by neon lights, with skyscrapers swimming in the glow of the urban landscape.
04

to feel lightheaded, dizzy, or disoriented

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After standing up too quickly, she felt her head swim for a moment.
The intense heat made him dizzy, causing his head to swim.
Overwhelmed by the roller coaster 's twists and turns, his head began to swim.
05

to engage in or participate in swimming as a sport or leisure activity

Transitive: to swim a race or stroke
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Every morning, she swims laps in the pool as part of her fitness routine.
The talented swimmer decided to swim the individual medley for the championship.
Athletes from around the world will swim the relay race to showcase their teamwork.
Swim
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a period or act of moving our body through water with the use of our arms and legs

swim definition and meaning
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She enjoyed a refreshing swim in the lake on a hot summer day.
The swim was invigorating, and it left him feeling energized for the rest of the afternoon.
He joined the local swim team to improve his skills and compete in regional competitions.
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