infinity pool

noun

: a pool (typically a swimming pool) with an edge over which water flows to give the appearance of the water extending to the horizon
And most importantly, the pool and bar are open for business, where a spacious infinity pool looks down on Kalakaua Avenue and makes for the ideal spot to watch the sunset and sip a drink.—Kevin Allen

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Outdoors are an infinity pool, spa, fire pit, and lounge area. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026 Portavadie, Argyll Situated on the banks of Loch Fyne on Scotland’s west coast, Portavadie is home to what is thought to be the biggest heated outdoor infinity pool in the country, said Rachel Dixon in The Guardian. — Will Barker, TheWeek, 5 Nov. 2026 The large hole, covered in a thick white material that appears to be plastic, has a steep drop-off into the valley below, resembling someone trying to build an infinity pool in the middle of the forest. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026 A day spent tirelessly exploring Luxor’s sites is best ended in the spa at Hilton Luxor Resort and Spa, where treatment rooms look directly over the Nile and the infinity pool is one of the best spots in the city to catch Luxor’s famous sunsets. — Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for infinity pool

Word History

First Known Use

1991, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of infinity pool was in 1991

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“Infinity pool.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/infinity%20pool. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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