NATATION
\natˈe͡ɪʃən], \natˈeɪʃən], \n_a_t_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\
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The action of swimming, or of supporting one's self, or moving upon the water. Swimming resembles the horizontal leap in its physiology-the medium being water instead of air. The difference between the specific gravity of the human body and that of water is not great; so that but little exertion is required to keep a part of the body above water. Swimming is a healthy gymnastic exercise, combining the advantages of bathing.
By Robley Dunglison
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].