underwater diver
- noun
- /ˈʌndərˌwɔtər ˈdaɪvər/
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- They hired an experienced underwater diver to inspect the bridge’s submerged supports.
Examples
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The underwater diver explored the sunken shipwreck off the coast.
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As an underwater diver, she often works in challenging and dangerous environments.
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The underwater diver explored the coral reef.
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Many underwater divers work in marine research.
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An underwater diver explores the vibrant coral reef while using specialized breathing equipment.
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The underwater diver examined the sunken ship for artifacts hidden beneath the waves.
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To become an underwater diver, you must complete a training course in scuba diving.
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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A person who dives underwater to collect pearls from oysters
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5.0
A person who swims underwater with a mask and fins for fun or sport
A person who dives underwater to do work like catching fish or checking pipes
A woman who dives underwater for military or rescue work
How Deep
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly and compositionally derived from 'underwater' (beneath the water surface) + 'diver' (a person who dives), yielding ‘a person who dives beneath the water’. This is a straightforward noun + modifier combination following common cross-linguistic patterns, so a B1 learner who knows the constituents will readily infer the meaning.
Etymology
The compound noun underwater diver comes from a simple picture: underwater means below the water and diver means a person who goes down into the water with breathing gear, so it means 'a person who works or spends time beneath the surface of water'.