Meaning of the word natation in English

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natation

US /nəˈteɪʃən/
UK /nəˈteɪʃən/

Noun

the action or sport of swimming

Example:
He excelled in various forms of natation, including freestyle and backstroke.
The ancient Greeks valued physical prowess, including skills in natation.