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.
Recent Examples on the Web Other amenities range from massage and sauna rooms to a private swimming pool and jacuzzi. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 6 May 2024 The club continues to operate its golf course, tennis courts and swimming pool at 7401 N. 43rd St., Brown Deer. Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 6 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for swimming pool 

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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 9 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

swimming pool

noun
: a large tank built for swimming

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