bathing-resort
Definition
Noun: - A "bathing-resort" is a place, typically near a sea, lake, or river, where people go to swim, relax, and enjoy water-based leisure activities. It often includes facilities such as beaches, hotels, and recreational amenities.
Usage Examples
- (A seaside destination for swimming and relaxation.)
- (A resort area known for bathing and leisure.)
Advanced Usage
- "to be a bathing-resort": to function as a destination primarily for swimming and water recreation.
- The town became a famous bathing-resort in the 19th century. (It developed into a place where people came to bathe and enjoy the seaside.)
Variants and Related Words
- Bathing (n): the act of swimming or washing in water, especially for recreation.
- The children enjoyed daily bathing in the warm sea. (Swimming for pleasure.)
- Resort (n): a place where people go for holidays, relaxation, or recreation.
- The ski resort is crowded in winter. (A holiday destination.)
Synonyms
- Seaside resort: a coastal town or area with facilities for holidays and swimming.
- Brighton is a well-known seaside resort in England. (A coastal holiday destination.)
- Spa town: a place with natural mineral springs, often used for health and relaxation, sometimes including bathing facilities.
- Bath is a historic spa town in England. (A town known for its baths.)
Related Idioms
- "To take the waters": to visit a spa or bathing-resort for health or relaxation, especially by bathing in or drinking mineral water.
- In the 18th century, aristocrats would go to Bath to take the waters. (To use the spa facilities for health.)