waterslide

noun

: a continuously wetted chute (as at an amusement park) down which people slide into a pool

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The whole family could enjoy hanging out at the pool, going down the waterslide, and playing mini-golf. Alesa Andrew, Parents, 10 Sep. 2026 The pool area incorporates lava stone, hanging bridges, a splash zone, and four waterslides with views of the resort's lagoon. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026 Kayak and paddle board rentals are complimentary to all guests, as is use of a giant four-person waterslide, rope swing, and diving platforms. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2026 The children’s splash park has eight aqua spray water jets, four waterslides and a giant splash bucket, while the family water park has a 241-foot waterslide, a 224-foot closed tube waterslide, and a 291-foot raft slide. Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for waterslide

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of waterslide was in 1889

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“Waterslide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waterslide. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

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waterslide

noun
: a continuously wetted chute (as at an amusement park) down which people slide into a pool
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