Meaning & Definition of Diver in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A person who descends into water for the purpose of exploration, sport, or work.

  Example Sentence: The diver explored the coral reefs to study marine life.

• Definition: A person who engages in scuba diving or free diving.

  Example Sentence: She is a certified diver and loves underwater photography.

• Definition: An athlete who performs dives in a diving competition.

  Example Sentence: The diver showcased incredible skill during the Olympic trials.

Etymology

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

Synonyms

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.

Translations

• Spanish: buceador

• French: plongeur

• German: Taucher

• Russian: водолаз

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 of diver

• Meaning: Bottom feeder

  Example Sentence: That bottom feeder is always looking for old shipwrecks.

• Meaning: Bubble blower

  Example Sentence: He's just a bubble blower, but he loves diving.