natation
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of natation
1535–45; < Latin natātiōn- (stem of natātiō ), equivalent to natāt ( us ) (past participle of natāre to swim) + -iōn- -ion
Explanation
Is your favorite activity at summer camp archery, arts and crafts, or natation? Natation simply means "the act of swimming." If you want to get really fancy, use this word in its two adjective forms: invite friends to swim in your pool by suggesting a "natatorial adventure"? Or refer to your bathing suit as "natatory attire." Although it sounds academic, natation is the simple act of swimming or floating.
Vocabulary lists containing natation
Example Sentences
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Il pratique la natation et est végétarien – c’est la seule cause qu’il intègre dans son travail.
From New York Times • Feb. 12, 2023
Hit this north Scottsdale natation nirvana that features two heated 25-meter pools boasting approximately 20 lanes.
From Newsweek
The lads dived deep, swimming the while with long, powerful strokes, for both were accomplished in the art of natation.
From The Submarine Hunters A Story of the Naval Patrol Work in the Great War by Hodgson, Edward S.
"A poor country for the land-owners!" said Joe, once more vigorously resorting to his skill in the art of natation.
From Five Weeks in a Balloon by Verne, Jules
This animal is rendered more terrific from the velocity of his powers of natation, thus being able to discharge its thunder far and near.
From Curiosities of Medical Experience by Millingen, J. G. (John Gideon)
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