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snorkeling

noun

Swimming face-down at the water's surface while breathing through a snorkel tube.

Example sentences

  • “We went snorkeling over the coral reef and saw dozens of fish.”
  • “Snorkeling is easy to learn even if you're not a strong swimmer.”

Spelled 'snorkelling' in British English. Like most water activities, it pairs with 'go'.

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