nonswimmer

/ˈnɒnzwɪmər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who cannot swim.

“The instructor was patient with the nonswimmers in her swimming class.”

2. adjective

Not able to swim.

“The lifeguard spotted a nonswimmer struggling in the water and rushed to their aid.”

Synonyms

  • amateur
  • nonswimmer
  • novice

Antonyms

  • expert
  • swimmer