a device allowing a swimmer to breathe while face down on the surface of the water, consisting of a bent tube fitting into the mouth and projecting above the surface
2.
(on a submarine) a retractable vertical device containing air-intake and exhaust pipes for the engines and general ventilation: its use permits extended periods of submergence at periscope depth
3. military
a similar device on a tank, enabling it to cross shallow water obstacles
4.
a type of parka or anorak with a hood that projects beyond the face
verbWord forms: -kels, -kelling, -kelledWord forms: US-kels, -keling or -keled
5. (intransitive)
to swim with a snorkel
Word origin
C20: from German Schnorchel; related to German schnarchen to snore