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.

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

free diver

A person who dives without the use of breathing apparatus.

scuba diver

A diver equipped with a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.

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.

Bottom feeder

That bottom feeder is always looking for old shipwrecks.

Bubble blower

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