Definition of billabongnext
Australian
as in pool
a small often deep body of water taking a break from our trek through the outback, we bathed our tired feet in the still waters of a billabong

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Recent Examples of billabong Finally, new in 2025, Davidsons Arnhemland Safari Lodge will join forces with Kakadu Air for an all-inclusive fishing day safari, during which guests have the chance to fish in untouched billabongs and visit the world-famous Arnhem Land rock art galleries. Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2024 Sonia Namarnyilk layered three stencils to print complex patterns of mermaid-like water spirits, their fluid, bright orange undulations interspersed with playful turtles and rippling billabong plants. Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2022 The plants and creatures were fossilized when iron-rich groundwater drained into a billabong, or water hole. Katie Hunt, CNN, 7 Jan. 2022 As iron-rich runoff from nearby basalt mountains seeped into the billabong, the pool’s low pH caused the iron to precipitate and encase the organic material. New York Times, 7 Jan. 2022 Then enjoy a sunset or sunrise cruise on the Yellow Water billabong, where crocodiles and birds can be seen amongst lush mangroves, or take a scenic flight over Kakadu's breathtaking wetlands. Smithsonian, 7 Apr. 2017
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Noun
  • Among the building’s amenities are a gym, spa, concierge, and pool.
    The Week US, TheWeek, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Goldman’s carried interest pool includes seven alts funds the firm launched in 2024 including buyout and private equity.
    Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Only water when the top layer of soil is dry, and never let puddles sit in the saucer.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Belmond recently added eight new suites to the VSOE, each conceived and crafted by French designers and artisans to reflect the landscapes—forests, mountains, lakes—the train passes through.
    Shamilee Vellu, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
  • This is an outdoorsy way of life with fly fishing (its original drawcard), mountain biking, hiking, lake cruising, and white-water rafting on the doorstep of Huka Lodge.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026

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“Billabong.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/billabong. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.

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