Search for terms
Like dehydration, rescue, hypothermia or AED.
Or view the entire glossary.
Hand-picked favorites
Not sure where to start? Pick one of our hand-picked favorites.
We find these terms to be a little less common while still holding their importance in the aquatics industry.
You can also help us build our aquatics term library by submitting your own term below and we will inform you when it's posted.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Also known as:Synonyms coming soon
A device that analyzes the heart's rhythm and signals the need to administer an electric shock (defibrillation) to a patient in cardiac arrest.
Share your knowledge
Did we miss a term?
Help us build our glossary by submitting your aquatics-related term. Include your own definition or we will help define the term and inform you when it is posted.
Featured aquatic terms
Seizure
Also known as:
Synonyms coming soon
Sudden involuntary changes in the activity level of the brain cells usually due to disease, trauma or overdose / chemical reactions.
Read moreCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CRP)
Also known as:
Synonyms coming soon
A combination of chest compressions and rescue breathing used to help sustain oxygen to the brain via the lungs until EMS arrives. It is used for someone who is not breathing and does not have a pulse.
Read moreFeet First Surface Dive
Also known as:
Synonyms coming soon
A method of propelling the body toward the bottom, feet first, by pushing the water upward with the arms.
Read more