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snorkel

DEFINITIONS OF: snorkel

1

n breathing device consisting of a bent tube fitting into a swimmer's mouth and extending above the surface; allows swimmer to breathe while face down in the water

Type of:
breathing apparatus, breathing device, breathing machine, ventilator
a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure

n air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods of time

Synonyms:
breather, schnorchel, schnorkel, snorkel breather
Type of:
air duct, air passage, airway
a duct that provides ventilation (as in mines)

v dive with a snorkel

Type of:
dive
swim under water
Launch
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