swimming pool

noun

Synonyms of swimming poolnext
: 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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Tubular Locus Solus armchairs by Jacquemus+Exteta accent the outdoor terraces alongside the swimming pool and pool house, which includes a kitchen, bar, and ample space for al fresco dining. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 15 June 2026 Instead, the cheeky host could be seen standing in front of a large swimming pool, with the ocean and several large palm trees behind him. Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 Unmaintained swimming pools are a significant mosquito source in the county and can produce large numbers of mosquitoes, the district said. Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 15 June 2026 By noon, the massive sinkhole had grown to swallow Owens’ home of 40 years, along with a chunk of a city swimming pool and portions of nearby streets. Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026 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 17 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

swimming pool

noun
: a large tank built for swimming

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