plural swimmers
: a person or animal that swims
a competitive swimmer
a fast/strong swimmer
… he liked to tell us that he had been a powerful swimmer in his youth, but I never saw him in actual water save once, and he then came out very promptly, shivering and upset.—
H. L. Mencken
H. L. Menckena dog that is an excellent swimmer
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Being a competent, confident swimmer sets a good example for younger people and kids, while encouraging them to be safe in the water, too.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 23 Apr. 2026
Mark Dennis, a member of Auckland Council's Rodney Local Board, told the newspaper the man was fishing with his family on the wharf and was a good swimmer.
—Adam England, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Hosted by OutKick, a Fox News Media brand, the podcast features the former collegiate swimmer’s commentary on culture, politics and women’s sports, along with interviews spotlighting women advocating for their rights.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
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Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 23 Apr. 2026
Mark Dennis, a member of Auckland Council's Rodney Local Board, told the newspaper the man was fishing with his family on the wharf and was a good swimmer.
—Adam England, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Hosted by OutKick, a Fox News Media brand, the podcast features the former collegiate swimmer’s commentary on culture, politics and women’s sports, along with interviews spotlighting women advocating for their rights.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
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“Swimmer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimmer. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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