duiker
- noun
- /ˈdaɪkər/
- Archaic
- The experienced duiker explored the sunken ship to recover valuable artifacts.
Examples
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A team hired a skilled duiker to inspect the underwater pipeline for damage.
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After the storm, a professional duiker inspected the damaged hull for signs of leaks.
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The duiker searched for fish in the clear waters.
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Many duikers work in the coastal fishing industry.
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The skilled duiker dove deep into the ocean to retrieve lost fishing gear.
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To ensure safety, the duiker checked all equipment before starting the underwater inspection.
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An experienced duiker is essential for salvaging items from a sunken ship.
Synonyms
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2.1
A person who goes underwater to swim or work, often with special gear
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3.2
A person who swims underwater using a breathing tank
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7.5
A person who works underwater with special gear, often in military or rescue jobs
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5.8
A person who dives deep in the sea using special equipment to protect from high pressure
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6.4
A person who dives underwater to collect pearls from oysters
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9.7
A person who lives and works underwater for long periods using special equipment
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3.4
A person who works or swims under water using breathing gear
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5.0
A person who swims underwater with a mask and fins for fun or sport
Surface Forms
Etymology
Duiker comes from the Dutch and Afrikaans verb duiken, which means 'to dive', just like the English word dive. So a duiker is literally a 'diver', a person who goes underwater.