Snorkel
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Snorkel is a noun meaning A retractable tube fitted in diesel-engine submarines to allow sufficient ventilation that the engines may be used at periscope depth.
Meaning
A retractable tube fitted in diesel-engine submarines to allow sufficient ventilation that the engines may be used at periscope depth.
More Meanings
- A snorkel parka.
- To use a snorkel.
- (underwater diving) A hollow tube, held in the mouth, or mounted on and opening into a diving mask, used by swimmers for breathing underwater.
Example Sentences
They wore snorkels while exploring the coral reef.
She used a snorkel to breathe while swimming underwater.
We spent the afternoon snorkeling in the clear blue waters.
Word Forms
- snorkels
- snorkeling
- snorkelling
- snorkeled
- snorkelled
Synonyms for snorkel
Depending on context, synonyms include snort, breather, schnorkel.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include schnorkel, breather, snorkeller, respirometer, noseclip, twinset.
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