Definition of "swim"

Kid-friendly meaning of swim, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "swim" mean?

swim (verb) — to move through water using your arms and legs.

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Example sentences using "swim"

Grade K–2
I love to swim.
Grade 3–5
He learned to swim when he was about five years old.
Grade 6–8
The triathlete had to swim across the lake before starting the bike portion of the race.

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