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Submersible: meaning, definitions and examples

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submersible

 

[ səbˈmɜːrsəbl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

underwater vehicle

A submersible is a type of small vehicle designed to operate underwater. Unlike submarines, submersibles typically require a support ship and cannot operate independently for extended periods. They are often used for scientific research, exploration, and deep-sea operations. Submersibles can be manned or unmanned and are equipped with various technologies to facilitate underwater navigation and observation.

Synonyms

deep-sea vehicle, submarine, underwater craft

Examples of usage

  • The research team deployed a submersible to explore the ocean floor.
  • Submersibles are essential for deep-sea exploration.
  • The film crew used a submersible to capture footage of marine life.
  • He worked on designing a new submersible for underwater archaeology.

Translations

Translations of the word "submersible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 submersível

🇮🇳 डुबकी लगाने वाला

🇩🇪 Unterseeboot

🇮🇩 submersible

🇺🇦 підводний

🇵🇱 nurek

🇯🇵 潜水艦

🇫🇷 submersible

🇪🇸 sumergible

🇹🇷 dalgıç

🇰🇷 잠수함

🇸🇦 غواصة

🇨🇿 ponorný

🇸🇰 ponorný

🇨🇳 潜水器

🇸🇮 podvodni

🇮🇸 súgæfandi

🇰🇿 сүңгуір

🇬🇪 სუბმერსიბლი

🇦🇿 suyun altında olan

🇲🇽 sumergible

Etymology

The term 'submersible' originates from the Latin word 'submergere,' which means to plunge or immerse under water. This word itself is composed of 'sub,' meaning under, and 'mergere,' meaning to dip or sink. The concept of submersibles began to take form in the mid-19th century when advancements in technology allowed for the creation of vehicles capable of underwater exploration. One of the earliest examples is the design by John Philip Holland, who introduced the first practical submarines in the late 1800s. Over time, the term 'submersible' has evolved to distinguish between fully autonomous submarines and the smaller, piloted or remotely operated vehicles designed for specific tasks, such as scientific research, underwater construction, and deep-sea exploration.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,834, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.