snorkel
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Definition
A snorkel is a tube that allows you to breathe while swimming face-down near the surface of the water. It is also used as a verb meaning to swim using a snorkel.
Usage & Nuances
Both a noun and a verb. As a noun: the equipment itself; as a verb: the activity ('to snorkel'). Collocates: 'go snorkeling', 'wear a snorkel'. Not to be confused with 'scuba diving' (with a tank).
Spanish: tubo de snorkel - hacer snorkel (usar tubo de buceo)Portuguese (BR): snorkel - tubo de respiraçãoPortuguese (PT): snorkel - tubo de respiraçãoChinese (Simplified): 呼吸管 - 浮潜管Chinese (Traditional): 呼吸管 - 浮潛管Hindi: स्नॉर्कल - श्वास नलीArabic: أنبوب تنفس (سنوركل)
Example Sentences
He bought a new snorkel for his vacation.
basic
I learned how to use a snorkel last summer.
basic
She likes to snorkel in clear water.
basic
Have you ever tried to snorkel with sea turtles?
natural
My snorkel kept filling with water, so I had to stop.
natural
We spent the whole afternoon snorkeling over the coral reef.
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