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pool
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- pronunciation:
- pul
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
any small area of liquid that has collected on a surface; puddle; pond.
A pool formed in our basement after the heavy rain.
- similar words:
- pond, puddle, wallow, water hole
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| definition 2: |
a deep place in a stream or river.
The water in the pool is colder than the water near the banks.- similar words:
- well
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| definition 3: |
a large hole lined with cement or a very large container that is filled with water and used for swimming; swimming pool.
Anthony made a big splash when he jumped in the pool.
- synonyms:
- swimming pool
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| related words: |
well |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
pools, pooling, pooled |
| definition: |
to collect into a pool of liquid.
The spilled milk pooled in the center of the table.- similar words:
- collect, stand
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