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swimming

/swɪmɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does swimming mean?

verb

The act of moving through water using the limbs, typically for recreation or exercise. Swimming involves the use of various strokes, such as the front crawl or breaststroke.

Example

"She spent the afternoon swimming laps in the pool."

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