Pool

Definition

The term "pool" describes a small body of still water, an area for swimming, or a collective resource of money or assets shared for a common purpose.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /puːl/
• Respelling: POOL

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /puːl/
• Respelling: POOL

Etymology

The word "pool" originates from Old English "pōl," meaning "small body of water." It is related to German "Pfuhl" and Dutch "poel," sharing similar meanings of still or small water bodies. The term evolved to include collective resources in the 18th century.

Derivatives

• Pooling (noun, verb)
• Pooler (noun)
• Swimming pool (noun)
• Carpool (noun, verb)
• Poolside (noun)

Synonyms

• Pond
• Reservoir
• Collective

Antonyms

• Drain
• Divide
• None

Usage

The term "pool" is used in various contexts, including water bodies, shared resources, and recreational activities. For example, "The pool in the park is full after the rain" or "The employees created a pool to buy a group gift."

Related Terms

• Reservoir: A large natural or artificial lake for storing water.
• Lagoon: A small, shallow body of water separated from a larger body by a barrier.
• Fund: A collection of money or resources for a specific purpose.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A small body of still water: Refers to a natural or artificial water area.
  • Example: "The rain filled the small pool in the garden."
• A facility for swimming: Refers to a constructed area for swimming and recreation.
  • Example: "The hotel has a large outdoor pool."
• A collective resource: Refers to a shared collection of money, assets, or other items for a common purpose.
  • Example: "They created a prize pool for the competition."

Verb

• To combine resources: Refers to the act of gathering or sharing assets for a common goal.
  • Example: "The neighbors pooled their money to buy a shared lawnmower."
• To form a small collection of liquid: Refers to liquid gathering in one place.
  • Example: "Water pooled on the floor after the pipe burst."