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Swimming

UK /["/ˈswɪmɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈswɪmɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the sport or activity of swimming

In simple words: The activity of moving through water using your arms and legs.

Examples

  • Swimming is a good form of exercise.

Usage notes

Used in both casual and formal contexts. It's appropriate for discussing sports, hobbies, and leisure activities. Avoid using in very technical discussions about aquatic science.

Grammar pattern

standalone gerund

Memory hint

Think of 'swimming' as 'splashing in the water!'

Collocations

  • go swimming
  • swimming pool
  • swimming lesson
  • swimming competition
  • swimming suit

Synonyms

  • bathing
  • floating
  • diving
  • paddling
  • gliding

Antonyms

  • drowning
  • stagnation

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'swimming' with 'swim' as they are different forms.
  • Using 'swimming' as a countable noun, e.g., saying 'a swimming' instead of 'a swim'.