pool

pool (po̵̅o̅l)

noun

Etymology: ME < OE pol, akin to Du poel & Ger pfuhl, prob. ult. < IE base *bhel-, to shine, glimmer

intransitive verb

to form, or accumulate in, a pool

pool (po̵̅o̅l)

noun

the total amount of the players' stakes played for, as in a single deal of a card game; pot
1. Brit. a game of billiards for such a pool
2. any of various games related to billiards played typically with object balls numbered from one to fifteen and a cue ball, on a pool table: the object is to pocket a ball or balls
a combination of resources, funds, etc. for some common purpose; specif.,
1. ☆ the combined wagers of bettors on a horse race, participants in a lottery, etc., the gains or losses from which are to be divided proportionately
2. the combined investments of a group of persons or corporations undertaking, and sharing responsibility for, a joint enterprise
3. ☆ a common fund of stockholders, for speculation, manipulation of prices, etc.
4. the persons or parties forming any such combination
☆ a combination of business firms for creating a monopoly in a particular market; trust
1. a collection of equipment and group of trained personnel, utilized and shared by a group a motor pool
2. an informal group of people sharing in some task or responsibility a car pool

Etymology: Fr poule, pool, stakes, orig. hen < LL pulla, hen, fem. of L pullus (see poultry): assoc. in E with pool

transitive verb, intransitive verb

☆ to contribute to a pool, or common fund; make a common interest or form a pool (of)

Small body of liquid, usually water
puddle, mudpuddle, pond, lake, fishpond, millpond, swim tank, natatorium, tarn; see also lake.
Supply
funds, provisions, amount available; see equipment, supply 2.
Game
billiards, pocket billiards, straight pool, 8-ball, 9-ball, snooker, slop, lag.

Converse of object

swim: The fabulous, crystal clear, swimming pool is perfect for the whole family.
paddle: A 2005 shot of the location where the Tottle Brook once fed into the paddling pool.
overlook: Lounge with double sofa bed, TV, large patio window overlooking the pool.
boast: It is a modern facility boasting a 25 meter swimming pool.

Adjective modifier

heated: Heated pool, games room, outdoor play area.
indoor: Swimming Pool Our superb 12 meter indoor pool is the main focus of the Health Club.
outdoor: Where we mention outdoor swimming pools, these are normally open during the main season.
communal: The rear communal pool can be accessed via a gate in the rear garden wall.
private: Private pool in a secluded two acre garden with mountain views, sleeps 6 - 10 people.
25m: Beautifully maintained playing fields, an indoor sports hall, 25m swimming pool, tennis courts.

Modifies a noun

table: The screen gives an aerial view of the pool table with six pockets which you can change from small to large size.
terrace: Covered terraces, out-door dining and a pool terrace make this a luxury rental.
lifeguard: This will enable you to achieve a national pool lifeguard qualification accredited by RLSS.
attendant: Even some Leisure services staff including pool attendants regularly handle emergency situations.

Noun used with modifier

swimming: There is a swimming pool 10 minutes drive away in the next village, which was new for 2002.
plunge: Or, if you prefer privacy, then each room is equipped with its own plunge pool.
hydrotherapy: The benefits of hydrotherapy pools for special needs clients is well documented.
spa: Book a session for exclusive access to the luxurious spa pool or chill out in the steamroom.
rock: At low tide the large sandy beach reveals rock pools.
gene: I'll be glad to see the gene pool extending.

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