wave pool

noun

: a large swimming pool equipped with a machine for producing waves

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Each location might have some different activities, but they are all known for having a massive indoor water park complete with numerous slides, a lazy river, and a wave pool. Michelle Spitzer, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025 At the Goldenvoice Surf Club, a vast amphitheater stage extends into the venue’s wave pool area. Brianne Tracy, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025 With a standout lineup of water attractions, a fan favorite is North America’s largest wave pool. Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2025 The seasonal outdoor area of the water park has several high-adrenaline slides plus a wave pool. 3. Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wave pool

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wave pool was in 1977

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“Wave pool.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wave%20pool. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.

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wave pool

noun
: a large swimming pool with a machine that produces waves
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