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    Dive (en. Dive)

    /plɔ̃.ʒe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Act of plunging oneself into water to swim or explore.
    He took a dive in the sea.
    Il a fait une plongée dans la mer.
    A sport that involves diving into water from a height.
    Diving is an Olympic discipline.
    La plongée est une discipline olympique.
    verb
    Acting by diving, entering the water quickly.
    She dives into the pool to cool off.
    Elle plonge dans la piscine pour se rafraîchir.
    To immerse oneself in an activity or situation.
    He immerses himself in his studies for exams.
    Il se plonge dans ses études pour les examens.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'plongier', derived from Latin 'plumbare' meaning 'to dive'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to dive
    To throw oneself into an activity with enthusiasm.
    faire une plongée
    scuba diving
    Activity of diving with a tank to explore underwater.
    plongée sous-marine

    Related Words

    free diving
    Diving without breathing apparatus.
    plongée libre
    apnea diving
    Diving while holding one’s breath.
    plongée en apnée
    diver
    A person who practices diving.
    plongeur

    Slang Meanings

    Diving into a challenging or dangerous environment.
    It was a real dive into the jungle of the city.
    C'était une vraie plongée dans la jungle de la ville.
    Unexpectedly entering a situation.
    He jumped into the conversation uninvited.
    Il a fait une plongée dans la conversation sans être invité.