Meaning & Definition of word "Dive"

Dive

/daɪv/

1. An act of diving into water.
- Example: Her dive from the edge of the platform was graceful.
2. A steep or sudden descent.
- Example: The plane made a sudden dive to avoid the storm.
3. A low-class bar or club.
- Example: We found a cozy little dive to grab some drinks.

1. To plunge headfirst into water.
- Example: He took a deep breath and dove into the pool.
2. To drop down quickly.
- Example: The bird dove towards the ground to catch its prey.
3. To engage in the sport of scuba diving.
- Example: They plan to dive in the coral reef next weekend.

Middle English diven, from Old English dyfan; akin to Dutch duiken, to dive.

dive in:

To begin to do something enthusiastically and without hesitation.

dive for cover:

To quickly seek protection from danger.

take a dive:

To pretend to be injured, especially in sports, to deceive others.

diver:

A person who dives or is skilled in diving.

diving board:

A board used for diving into water.

deep dive:

An in-depth exploration of a subject.

Meaning: A place, usually a bar, that is run-down or has a questionable reputation.

Example Sentence: Let's check out that dive on the corner for a cheap drink.

Meaning: To lose consciousness or become very poor suddenly.

Example Sentence: After the layoff, his finances took a dive.