snorkel
Collocations
3ADJ.
clean, dirty, filthy, used
VERB + SNORKEL
learned, mask, use
PREP.
from
Definitions
noun
A hollow tube, held in the mouth, or mounted on and opening into a diving mask, used by swimmers for breathing underwater.
They wore snorkels while exploring the coral reef.
She used a snorkel to breathe while swimming underwater.
A retractable tube fitted in diesel-engine submarines to allow sufficient ventilation that the engines may be used at periscope depth.
A snorkel parka.
verb
To use a snorkel.
We spent the afternoon snorkeling in the clear blue waters.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
noun — air passage provided by a retractable device containing inta
- schnorkel
- schnorchel
- breather
Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
6They wore snorkels while exploring the coral reef.
WiktionaryShe used a snorkel to breathe while swimming underwater.
WiktionaryWe spent the afternoon snorkeling in the clear blue waters.
WiktionaryTom bought a mask and a snorkel so he could go snorkeling with his friends.
Tatoeba · #1095754Tom doesn't know how to use a snorkel.
Tatoeba · #1960919I'm afraid I might get herpes from a snorkel.
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