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Dictionary Entry

swam

verb

Find the meaning of the word swam, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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Moved through water by using the arms and legs.

Example Sentence

She swam across the lake yesterday.

Usage Note

Used to describe the action of moving through water in the past.