“Natation” comes from the Latin “natare,” meaning “to swim.” It’s a fancy word for something almost anyone can do. While there are free divers who can hold their breath for up to 10 minutes, and record-breaking Olympic champions like Katie Ledecky and Michael Phelps, natation is a sport for anyone who can get in a pool. If you haven’t been swimming in a while, take some inspiration from the word of the day, and try to find a pool or go to the beach this summer for some natation.