pool (EN)

noun, noun, verb

noun “pool”

1. a structure filled with water for swimming
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   We spent the afternoon swimming in the pool.
2. a small area of still water, usually natural
   They discovered a clear pool in the woods.
3. a small amount of liquid on a surface
   There was a pool of oil under the car.
4. a small area of light or shadow
   He waited in a pool of light at the bus stop.
5. a group of available resources or people that can be used when needed
   The company has a pool of skilled workers.

noun “pool”

1. a game played on a table using cues and balls, similar to billiards
   They enjoy playing pool at the local bar.

verb “pool”

1. to combine resources or efforts from different sources for a shared benefit
   They pooled their money to start a business.
2. (of a liquid) to collect or accumulate in one place, forming a pool
   Water pooled in the basement after the heavy rain.