1
[present participle of swim]
: that swims
a swimming bird
2
[gerund of swim]
: adapted to or used in or for swimming
Examples of swimming in a Sentence
Noun
I am going swimming later today.
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Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
In a new twist, the other half would operate as a non-swimming, staffed beach.
—Shun Graves, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 9 June 2026
The War Eagles got off to a strong start in the fall with a state championship in volleyball and followed with a productive winter, earning state titles in girls basketball and boys and girls swimming.
—Chip Saye, AJC.com, 9 June 2026
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Adjective
Pets are not allowed on Rosewood Beach, but nearby Moraine Park is dog-friendly and includes picnic areas, a sculpture garden, and walking trails to the non-swimming beach.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
In a new twist, the other half would operate as a non-swimming, staffed beach.
—Shun Graves, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
Curated Acqua Experiences, like the new Everglades Adventure and kids' swimming lessons, add to the fun.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 9 June 2026
The War Eagles got off to a strong start in the fall with a state championship in volleyball and followed with a productive winter, earning state titles in girls basketball and boys and girls swimming.
—Chip Saye, AJC.com, 9 June 2026
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“Swimming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimming. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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