Snorkel Definition & Meaning

snorkel
noun
  1. breathing device consisting of a bent tube fitting into a swimmer's mouth and extending above the surface; allows swimmer to breathe while face down in the water
  2. air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods of time
verb
  1. dive with a snorkel

"Snorkel" in song lyrics

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  • "Shot hit your upper torso, Shred up your snorkel"
    Apocalipps — Radio Take Over
  • "Cold days, Long John, snorkel"
    Pacewon & Mr. Green — The Eye of a Needle
  • "In my beige, bubble goose snorkel"
    Lake — Crush Linen

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