Pool Definition & Meaning
pool
- noun
- an excavation that is (usually) filled with water
- a small lake; "the pond was too small for sailing"
- an organization of people or resources that can be shared; "a car pool"; "a secretarial pool"; "when he was first hired he was assigned to the pool"
- an association of companies for some definite purpose
- any communal combination of funds; "everyone contributed to the pool"
- a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid; "there were puddles of muddy water in the road after the rain"; "the body lay in a pool of blood"
- the combined stakes of the betters
- something resembling a pool of liquid; "he stood in a pool of light"; "his chair sat in a puddle of books and magazines"
- any of various games played on a pool table having 6 pockets
- verb
- combine into a common fund; "We pooled resources"
- join or form a pool of people
"Pool" in song lyrics
See how pool is used in real songs:
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"In a freak's cut bikini by the pool"
2 Live Crew — Coolin' -
"You see her shinin' with diamonds, glass, a swimmin' pool"
40 Glocc f/ Eminem, Jayo Felony, Niqle Nut, Sun, Tip Toe, Village Boo — (We Just) Came to Party -
"And cops is gettin bust and left in the blood pool"
(4th Disciple f/) Boom, Science — Wit Da Evilz
Words that rhyme with pool
Usage tips for "pool"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pool" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pool to find words that pair well.