Meaning of the word snorkel in English
What does snorkel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
snorkel
US /ˈsnɔːr.kəl/
UK /ˈsnɔːr.kəl/
Noun
1.
a tube for a swimmer to breathe through while keeping the face submerged in water
Example:
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He put on his mask and snorkel before diving into the clear water.
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Do you have a spare snorkel I could borrow?
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2.
a device on a submarine enabling it to remain submerged for extended periods by drawing air from above the surface
Example:
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The submarine used its snorkel to recharge its batteries while remaining undetected.
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Modern submarines have advanced snorkel systems.
Verb
1.
to swim using a snorkel
Example:
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We went to the coral reef to snorkel with the fish.
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It's a great spot to snorkel, even for beginners.
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