Definitions

1. verb

to move through water using the limbs, typically for exercise, recreation, or survival

“She decided to go for a swim in the nearby lake.”

2. verb

to move through a fluid or semi-fluid substance, such as air or water vapor

“The plane had to swim through the dense fog to reach the runway.”

3. noun

the act of moving through water using the limbs

“Swimming is a great form of exercise for people of all ages.”