snor·kel·ing
ˈsnȯr-k(ə-)liŋ 
variants
or less commonly snorkelling
: the activity of swimming with the face submerged while using a snorkel
… he took his time carefully fitting kids with goggles for snorkeling.—
Dawn Stutzman
Dawn StutzmanWe arrived at the island, and realized we had a day of all the food, alcohol, kayaking, snorkelling, palm trees, hammocks and adventure we could handle.—Olga Brighton
Olga Brightonsnorkeling gear
a snorkeling trip
Examples of snorkeling in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Book a suite or villa with a plunge pool for true vacation vibes, then enjoy time at the resort’s private beach, where complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear help guests enjoy the water.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is in full bloom, and water excursions like kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling are also especially pleasant at this time of year, even if the water’s a bit chilly, at least to natives.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Additionally, passengers can sign up for several on-island excursions like snorkeling, as well as bicycle and boat rentals.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for snorkeling
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Noun
The small island offers beaches, clear and warm waters for snorkeling and diving, delicious restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife scene.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Book a suite or villa with a plunge pool for true vacation vibes, then enjoy time at the resort’s private beach, where complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear help guests enjoy the water.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is in full bloom, and water excursions like kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling are also especially pleasant at this time of year, even if the water’s a bit chilly, at least to natives.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Additionally, passengers can sign up for several on-island excursions like snorkeling, as well as bicycle and boat rentals.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for snorkeling
Cite this Entry
“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
