Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swan-dive

noun
/swɒn daɪv/
Definition
A graceful leap or plunge into water, typically characterized by the body being arched and the arms extended.
Examples
  • After a long run, she decided to perform a swan-dive into the cool lake.
  • The diver executed a perfect swan-dive, leaving the audience in awe.
Meaning
The term ‘swan-dive’ refers to a specific style of diving that resembles a swan’s graceful movements, often associated with elegance and precision in the execution of the dive.
Synonyms
  • graceful dive
  • plunge
  • leap