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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In Monday’s annual Homeowners Association board election, president Karl de Borbon is running for a ninth consecutive term against opponents who accuse him of rigging last year’s election and a June 8 vote for a swimming pool deck refurbishment project and a bylaw amendment. Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 22 June 2026 Beyond mortgage-rate buydowns and closing-cost help, Wolf said some are stacking giveaways—free appliances, design-studio credits, even a swimming pool—to grab buyers’ attention. Sydney Lake, Fortune, 22 June 2026 This material is polyurea coating—a fast-curing and durable surface membrane that can seal in water and is often used to coat swimming pools. Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 22 June 2026 Standout amenities include an indoor swimming pool, a garden pavilion for yoga classes, and an 18-hole championship golf course. Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 22 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 26 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

swimming pool

noun
: a large tank built for swimming

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