Meaning of polar-bear swim | Babel Free

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Noun. [B2]

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“The crown jewel in Canada’s economy, British Columbia is celebrating two important centenaries: the union in 1866 of the colonies of Vancouver Island and the mainland to form British Columbia; and the confederation of Canada in 1867. Pageants, parades, and other activities ranging from stage-coach races to a polar-bear swim will highlight the two occasions.”

“The expedition included: […] Polar-bear swims on three separate occasions among the ice floes.”

“Cold-water plunges aren’t unique to Nelson. Polar-bear swims, triathlons, and even religious ceremonies such as the Orthodox Christian celebration of Epiphany all take part in freezing bodies of water.”

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