Scuba: meaning, definitions and examples

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scuba

 

[ หˆskuหbษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

diving equipment

Scuba refers to a set of diving equipment that allows a person to breathe underwater. It is an acronym for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. Scuba diving is a popular recreational activity that involves exploring underwater environments.

Synonyms

breathing apparatus, diving gear, oxygen tank.

Examples of usage

  • She bought a new scuba set for her trip to the Caribbean.
  • Scuba classes are important for learning how to dive safely.
  • The scuba diver encountered a beautiful coral reef.
  • He loves exploring underwater caves while scuba diving.

Translations

Translations of the word "scuba" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mergulho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเค•เฅ‚เคฌเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tauchen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ selam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ััƒะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nurkowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใ‚ญใƒฅใƒผใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท scaphandre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ esnorkel

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dalgฤฑรงlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šค์ฟ ๋ฒ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุบูˆุต

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ potรกpฤ›nรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ potรกpanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฝœๆฐด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ potapljanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรบba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ััƒะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ™แƒฃแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ scuba

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ esnorkel

Etymology

The term 'scuba' originates from the early 20th century. The acronym SCUBA was developed during World War II by Dr. Christian J. Lambertsen, who created an underwater breathing apparatus for military use. It first became popularized in the 1940s and 1950s with the rise of recreational diving. The equipment typically includes a tank of compressed air or other gas, a regulator, and a mouthpiece or mask, allowing divers to explore aquatic environments without needing to surface frequently. Over the years, the technology and safety measures associated with scuba diving have greatly improved, making it accessible to a broader audience. Today, scuba diving is recognized not only as a thrilling sport but also as a means for scientific research and environmental conservation.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,868, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.