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Definition of bathers

bathers

/ˈbeɪ.ðɚz/
ba · thers
Plural:bathers
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• noun

1

People who are swimming in the sea, a river, or a pool, or taking a bath.

Example

"Lifeguards patrolled the shoreline to ensure the safety of the summer bathers."

2

Australian A swimming costume or pair of swimming trunks; swimwear.

Example

"She packed a towel, sunscreen, and her bathers for a day at the beach."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In Australian English, 'bathers' is a pluralia tantum noun (like 'trousers' or 'scissors') referring to a single swimsuit, whereas globally it serves as the regular plural of 'bather' (people swimming or washing).

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bathers. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bathers
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