Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense snorkels, present participle snorkelling, past tense, past participle snorkelledregional note: in AM, use snorkeling, snorkeled
1. countable noun
A snorkel is a tube through which a person swimming just under the surface of the sea can breathe.
2. verb
When someone snorkels, they swim under water using a snorkel.
We went snorkelling, and then returned for lunch. [VERB]
snorkel in British English
(ˈsnɔːkəl)
noun
1.
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
snorkel in American English
(ˈsnɔrkəl)
US
noun
1.
a device for submarines, consisting of air intake and exhaust tubes: it permits submergence for long periods
2.
a breathing tube extending above the surface of the water, used in swimming just below the surface
3.
a hydraulic crane with a bucketlike aerial platform, mounted on a truck for firefighting, etc.
verb intransitiveWord forms: ˈsnorkeled or ˈsnorkeling
4.
to move or swim underwater using a snorkel
Derived forms
snorkeler (ˈsnorkeler)
noun
Word origin
Ger schnorchel, inlet, breathing tube, lit., snort, akin to schnarchen, to snore, akin to snore
Examples of 'snorkel' in a sentence
snorkel
You can also go snorkelling and swimming in between.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
We stopped at another reef to go snorkelling.
The Sun (2010)
They have been kayaking and snorkelling as well as chatting to local fishermen.
The Sun (2011)
Trek through the rainforest and snorkel in the sea.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Perfect for snorkelling trips and the pool.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
They are popular with scuba divers but you can just swim or snorkel.
The Sun (2014)
There are great opportunities for snorkelling and kayaking.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
The resort organise snorkelling trips where you can get up close and personal to the all but untouched coral.
The Sun (2013)
There are many day sails which will take you off to a snorkelling reef and then to a beach for a picnic.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The relaxed daily routine consists of diving or snorkelling near pristine reefs and experiencing the culture and landscape of these remote isles.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Tomorrow, go sea kayaking or snorkelling.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
We hand over responsibility for a couple of hours and go kayaking, swimming and snorkelling.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Choose between diving, snorkelling or kayaking.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
It has an unspoilt house reef, with diving and snorkelling boat trips available and surfing too.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Each morning the crew sets sail for a good spot for swimming or snorkelling, while lunch is prepared.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Wooden steps lead down from the deck into the sea, enabling guests to swim or snorkel straight from the villa.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
A better life of sun, sea and snorkelling awaits in a land down under.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
I was promised a snorkelling trip worth more than $100 as part of the allinclusive deal.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
I like swimming and snorkelling, but for this trip would prefer somewhere without a long flight.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The partnership with Emperor Divers offers snorkelling and diving trips.
The Sun (2008)
She appears at the beach buried in sand to look like a mermaid, and on a snorkelling trip parades a fine pair of sea legs.
The Sun (2012)
I spend my last day in Panama snorkelling the reef, still searching for lost loot.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Boat trips to dive and snorkelling sites are available too, or charter a yacht from the marina which also has cafes, restaurants and shops.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
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In other languages
snorkel
British English: snorkel /ˈsnɔːkl/ NOUN
A snorkel is a tube through which a person swimming just under the surface of the sea can breathe.
American English: snorkel
Arabic: أُنْبُوبَةُ التَّنَفُسِ لِلْغَطْس
Brazilian Portuguese: tubo snorkel respiração na água
Chinese: 通气管
Croatian: dihalica
Czech: šnorchl
Danish: snorkel
Dutch: snorkel
European Spanish: tubo de buceo
Finnish: snorkkeli
French: tuba
German: Schnorchel
Greek: αναπνευστήρας
Italian: boccaglio
Japanese: シュノーケル
Korean: 스노클
Norwegian: snorkel
Polish: rurka
European Portuguese: tubo de mergulho respiração na água
Romanian: tub de respirat
Russian: трубка (для подводного плавания)
Latin American Spanish: tubo de buceo
Swedish: snorkel
Thai: ท่อช่วยหายใจในน้ำ
Turkish: şnorkel
Ukrainian: дихальна трубка (для підводного плавання)
Vietnamese: ống thở khi lặn
British English: snorkel VERB
When someone snorkels, they swim under water using a snorkel.
We went snorkelling, and then returned for lunch.
American English: snorkel
Brazilian Portuguese: mergulhar com aparelho de snorkel
Chinese: 使用呼吸管潜泳
European Spanish: hacer snorkel
French: faire de la plongée
German: schnorcheln
Italian: fare snorkeling
Japanese: シュノーケルで潜る
Korean: 스노클을 물고 수영하다
European Portuguese: mergulhar com aparelho de snorkel