Meaning of polar-bear swim | Babel Free
Definitions
Noun. [B2]
Examples
“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.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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