snorkel

• Substantiv, das ein Atemgerät bezeichnet, bestehend aus einem gebogenen Rohr, das der Schwimmer in den Mund nimmt und das über die Wasseroberfläche hinausragt, sodass er beim Schwimmen mit dem Gesicht nach unten atmen kann. Bezeichnet auch ein ausfahrbares Luftrohr an U-Booten, das ihnen ermöglicht, längere Zeit unter Wasser zu bleiben.

A noun referring to a breathing device consisting of a bent tube that fits into a swimmer's mouth and extends above the water's surface, allowing the swimmer to breathe while face down. It can also refer to a retractable air passage on a submarine that permits it to stay submerged for extended periods.

1. Swimming breathing tubeA2formal

   A curved tube that allows a swimmer to breathe while keeping their face submerged in the water.

   Schnorchel

   • She put on her mask and snorkel before diving into the reef.
   • A snorkel is essential equipment for exploring shallow waters.
   • He used a snorkel to float face-down and watch the fish.

   Synonymeschnorkel

2. Submarine air systemC1formal

   A retractable device on a submarine that supplies fresh air and expels exhaust while the vessel is submerged.

   Snorchel

   • The submarine raised its snorkel to recharge the batteries.
   • Modern submarines use a snorkel to stay underwater for longer periods.
   • The snorkel mast allows the diesel engine to operate while submerged.

   Synonymeschnorchelsnort

• Mit einer Schnorchelausrüstung an der Wasseroberfläche schwimmen und dabei mit einem Atemrohr unter Wasser schauen, meist zur Freizeitgestaltung oder zur Beobachtung.

A verb used to indicate the act of swimming underwater using a snorkel, a breathing tube, typically for recreation or observation.

1. Swim underwater with a snorkelB1formal

   To swim or explore underwater while using a snorkel, a tube that allows breathing at the surface.

   Schnorcheln

   • We snorkeled along the coral reef this morning.
   • She loves to snorkel in clear, warm waters.
   • They snorkeled for hours, observing colorful fish.