Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swimmer

noun
/ˈswɪmər/
Definition
A person who swims, either as a sport or for leisure.
Examples
  • The talented swimmer broke the state record in the 100-meter freestyle.
  • On hot summer days, she loves to be a swimmer at the local pool.
  • He has been a dedicated swimmer since childhood, training every day.
Meaning
A swimmer is someone who propels themselves through water by using their limbs, usually as a form of recreation, fitness, or competition.
Synonyms
  • swim
  • aquatic athlete
  • water sportsman