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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Like all Sierra Towers units, the dwelling comes with a fleet of amenities, including 24/7 security, valet parking, a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and a steam room. Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025 Hotel Brookmere also has some exciting amenities, like a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a full-service spa with an outdoor sauna and an ice-plunge bath, as well as Regent, the hotel’s on-site restaurant and bar. Cat Sposato, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2025 The swimming pool was covered with leaves and sludge and algae. Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025 Diane died in a swimming pool accident at 18 months. James Mercadante, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 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 9 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

swimming pool

noun
: a large tank built for swimming

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