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swimming cap; swim cap
A close-fitting cap, usually made of rubber or silicone, worn to protect hair while swimming and to reduce drag in the water.
水泳帽を被って入水する。
Put on a swim cap before entering the water.
このプールでは水泳帽の着用が義務づけられている。
Wearing a swimming cap is required at this pool.
競泳では水泳帽と水着の素材が記録に影響を与えることもある。
In competitive swimming, the material of the swim cap and swimsuit can affect race times.
Required at most Japanese public pools and swimming clubs. Also referred to as スイミングキャップ.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 水泳帽を被る: to put on a swim cap
- 水泳帽を着用する: to wear a swim cap (formal/official language)
- 競技用水泳帽: competition swim cap