snor·kel·ing
ˈsnȯr-k(ə-)liŋ 
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or less commonly snorkelling
: the activity of swimming with the face submerged while using a snorkel
… he took his time carefully fitting kids with goggles for snorkeling.—
Dawn Stutzman
Dawn StutzmanWe arrived at the island, and realized we had a day of all the food, alcohol, kayaking, snorkelling, palm trees, hammocks and adventure we could handle.—Olga Brighton
Olga Brightonsnorkeling gear
a snorkeling trip
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Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
Some people might tell you that snorkeling is as good as diving.
—Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 11 Sep. 2025
Plunge into the pristine waters for snorkeling, kayaking, outrigger canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Complete with the largest coral atoll in Mexico, this is a supreme destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Beach activities available include paddleboarding, snorkeling, and even some fitness experiences.
—Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
Some people might tell you that snorkeling is as good as diving.
—Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 11 Sep. 2025
Plunge into the pristine waters for snorkeling, kayaking, outrigger canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Complete with the largest coral atoll in Mexico, this is a supreme destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for snorkeling
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“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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