snor·kel·ing
ˈsnȯr-k(ə-)liŋ 
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or less commonly snorkelling
: the activity of swimming with the face submerged while using a snorkel
… he took his time carefully fitting kids with goggles for snorkeling.—
Dawn Stutzman
Dawn StutzmanWe arrived at the island, and realized we had a day of all the food, alcohol, kayaking, snorkelling, palm trees, hammocks and adventure we could handle.—Olga Brighton
Olga Brightonsnorkeling gear
a snorkeling trip
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Matthew Monagan, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2025
Once a retreat for Hawaiian royalty, this beach now draws visitors for its excellent snorkeling, vibrant marine life, and stunning sunset views.
—Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
What to do: Diving and snorkeling, board surfing and sea kayaking, day hikes and multiday backpacking.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
Immediately before snorkeling, use a mild mix of baby shampoo and water to swirl around the inside of the mask (again, no fingers) and rinse once.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
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Noun
The resort also offers free snorkeling along the nearby coral reef.
—Matthew Monagan, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2025
Once a retreat for Hawaiian royalty, this beach now draws visitors for its excellent snorkeling, vibrant marine life, and stunning sunset views.
—Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
What to do: Diving and snorkeling, board surfing and sea kayaking, day hikes and multiday backpacking.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
Immediately before snorkeling, use a mild mix of baby shampoo and water to swirl around the inside of the mask (again, no fingers) and rinse once.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for snorkeling
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“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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