English Dictionary (Humor) beta

banking To engage in the act of sitting by a river and watching fish swim.  ■ I love to go banking at the local river every Sunday morning. It's so relaxing!

Bare Adjective: Completely exposed, uncovered or lacking in clothing.  ■ I forgot my towel at the beach and had to swim in the ocean "bare"!

beach A sandy or pebbled shore where waves break, and where people often go to swim, sunbathe, and relax.  ■ "I had a great time at the beach today. I even went swimming with some dolphins!"

cayman A small island nation located in the Caribbean Sea, known for its beautiful beaches and clear waters.  ■ "I heard there are great opportunities to swim with the friendly cayman rays in Cayman Islands!"

Dipped To submerge oneself in a body of water, usually for the purpose of swimming.  ■ "I decided to dip myself in the pool and go for a swim."

drinker A person who consumes large quantities of alcohol or other beverages, often to the point of intoxication.  ■ I'm not much of a drinker myself, but I've seen some people consume enough drinks to swim across the pool.

Fin A small, pointed appendage found on the back of a fish or other aquatic creature, used for propulsion and balance.  ■ "I love to watch the way fish swim using their fins! It's so graceful."

flounder A fish that is very bad at swimming, often ending up on shore.  ■ "I accidentally floundered my boat and had to swim back to shore."

Incentives A fun and exciting way to motivate people to do something.  ■ The boss offered a trip to Hawaii as an incentive for the team to meet their sales goals. Unfortunately, none of them could swim.

Oars Long sticks with blades on the end used for propelling a boat through water.  ■ John accidentally dropped his oars in the middle of the lake, causing him to have to swim back to shore.

perished To die in a humorous and exaggerated manner, often due to neglect or misadventure.  ■ "The poor fish perished because it was too lazy to swim away from the net."

Rathole A deep, narrow hole that is filled with water and is used for diving.  ■ "I can't swim, but I love diving into the rathole at the local pool."

sea A vast and mysterious body of water covering most of the Earth's surface.  ■ "I went for a swim in the sea, but I quickly realized that I had forgotten my towel."

Shoal A large group of fish or other aquatic creatures that swim together in the same direction and at the same speed.  ■ "I accidentally swam into a shoal of angry piranhas, and now I have to live with regrets."

Snorkeling A sport in which people swim with their heads above water and look down to see the underwater world through masks.  ■ "I tried snorkeling once but I couldn't stop laughing at the fish. They were so weird looking!

Swimmers A group of people who are excellent at swimming.  ■ "The swimmers on our team were so fast, they could swim a mile in less than an hour!

alligator A large, prehistoric reptile with a long snout and powerful jaws, known for its ability to bite and swallow whole humans.  ■ "I don't think it's a good idea to swim in the river if you see an alligator. They have been known to eat entire canoes!"

barracuda A large, aggressive fish with sharp teeth, often found in tropical waters.  ■ "I'm telling you, that barracuda is not to be messed with. It can swim faster than a cheetah and it will eat anything that crosses its path."

beaches A place where sand meets water and waves crash onto the shore. People go there to swim, sunbathe, and relax.  ■ "I love going to beaches because they make me feel alive! I mean, who doesn't want to get sand in their toes and a tan on their skin?"

Duck A water-fowl bird with a flat bill and webbed feet, typically characterized by its short legs and fluffy feathers.  ■ After much contemplation, the duck decided to go for a swim in the pond instead of going for a walk in the park.

goggle A type of eyewear worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight, dust, or other environmental hazards. Often used in outdoor activities such as swimming and skiing.  ■ I forgot my goggles at home, so I had to swim with my arms closed to keep my eyes from getting waterlogged.

Icebergs Large floating pieces of ice that often break off from glaciers and float out into the ocean, sometimes forming massive structures known as ice floes.  ■ "Wow, look at those huge icebergs over there! They're so big you could swim through them!"

lakeside The edge of a lake or other body of water.  ■ "I went for a walk along the lakeside and saw a lot of ducks." A place where something is likely to happen or occur.  ■ "The lakeside was buzzing with activity as people went for a swim, played volleyball, and picnicked."

lido A long, narrow strip of sand or pebbles by the water's edge, where people swim and sunbathe.  ■ "I went to the lido today and saw a group of people playing beach volleyball. It was hilarious to watch them try to hit the ball over the net while being bombarded by waves!

Lifeboats A humorous term for a group of people who always seem to be in trouble and need rescuing.  ■ "The lifeboats were having another one of their usual disasters - they had forgotten how to swim and were now clinging to the side of the ship like desperate leeches."

pool A large body of water that is often used for swimming or other water activities.  ■ "I love to go for a swim in the pool every summer," said John., A group of people gathered together for socializing and entertainment.  ■ "The pool party was a blast! Everyone had a great time," exclaimed Sarah.

Racer A person who is extremely fast or quick in their movements or actions.  ■ The cheetah may be known as the fastest land animal, but when it comes to speed on water, the dolphin takes the lead as the ultimate racer. It can swim up to 20 miles per hour!

strapless An adjective used to describe clothing or accessories that do not have any straps, such as a dress without shoulder straps or a necklace without clasps.  ■ "I was so excited to wear my new strapless dress to the beach party, but it ended up falling down when I went for a swim. Oh well, I guess it was meant to be a 'strap-less' night!"

sunburn The act of becoming overly tan or burnt by the sun. It is also known as "suntan" when done intentionally.  ■ "I forgot to put on sunscreen and now I'm regretting my decision to go for a swim in the lake. My skin feels like it's on fire!"

Swims A sport where you try to make yourself look like a fish by splashing water on your face and flailing your arms around wildly.  ■ When I saw my friend trying to swim, I couldn't help but burst out laughing at how ridiculous they looked. It was like watching a clumsy walrus attempting to do the tango.

Swimsuit A piece of clothing worn while swimming, consisting of a top and bottom that are typically made of a waterproof or quick-drying material. Swimsuits are designed to be comfortable and flattering for a variety of body types.  ■ "I don't know why I bother wearing a swimsuit when I can just swim in my underwear."

Swimsuits A collection of clothing items designed for swimming and sunbathing at the beach, often featuring revealing cuts and bright colors.  ■ "I forgot my swimsuit at home, so I had to swim in my underwear. It was a very embarrassing experience!"

travellers A group of people who have an insatiable thirst for adventure and are willing to sacrifice their own sanity to see the world.  ■ "Why did the travellers cross the road? To get to the other side, obviously! But they didn't stop there. They went on to hike through treacherous mountains, swim across raging rivers, and even eat exotic foods like fermented shark."