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swimmer

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈswɪmɝ// UK //swˈɪmɐ// swim·mer Informal

n. a person who swims, either for fun or as a sport.

n. a person who propels themselves through water by bodily movement; often refers to a person engaged in swimming as a competitive sport or recreational activity.


SIMPLE

She is a very fast swimmer.

CONTEXTUAL

The lifeguard watched every swimmer in the pool to make sure everyone stayed safe.

COMPLEX

Even an experienced swimmer can find the powerful currents of the open ocean difficult to navigate without proper training and local knowledge.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English swimmere, equivalent to swim + -er. The dumplings are so called because they are often served in stew.

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