Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pool
noun
/puːl/
Definition
A small body of still water, typically formed naturally or artificially.
Examples
- They enjoyed a sunny afternoon by the swimming pool.
- The kids splashed around in the shallow end of the pool.
- We decided to pool our resources to buy a new computer.
Meaning
The term can refer to a swimming pool or any stagnant water area. It can also signify a group or collection of resources or people.
Synonyms
- pond
- lake
- reservoir
- collective
- group
