drownproofing

noun

drown·​proof·​ing
ˈdrau̇n¦prüfiŋ
plural -s
: a technique for staying afloat in water for an extended period with minimum effort by using one's natural buoyancy

Word History

Etymology

drown + proofing

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“Drownproofing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drownproofing. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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