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      Diver

      /ˈdaɪvər/

      Meaning & Definition

      noun
      A person who dives, especially in water, for recreation or sport.
      The diver explored the vibrant coral reefs during her vacation.
      A person who performs acrobatics while diving into water.
      The Olympic diver executed a perfect somersault before entering the pool.
      A person who engages in deep-sea diving, often for research or professional purposes.
      The underwater archaeologist was a skilled diver who recovered ancient artifacts from the ocean floor.

      Etymology

      Middle English: from Old French 'diver' or from Latin 'diversus' meaning 'to turn aside'.

      Common Phrases and Expressions

      free diver:
      A person who dives without the use of breathing apparatus.
      scuba diver:
      A diver equipped with a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.

      Related Words

      diving
      The action or sport of swimming underwater.
      scuba
      Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus, used by divers.
      snorkeler
      A person who swims on the surface while using a snorkel.

      Slang Meanings

      Bottom feeder
      That bottom feeder is always looking for old shipwrecks.
      Bubble blower
      He's just a bubble blower, but he loves diving.