scuba diving

noun

: the sport or activity of swimming underwater using scuba gear
… this watch is resistant to water up to 200 meters, suitable for scuba diving.Garrett Parker
On Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, as locals call it, travelers can now choose from over 30 explorations with guided hikes, bike rides, snorkeling and scuba diving.Travel Agent Central

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Every visitor assumes the Florida Keys is the state’s ultimate scuba diving mecca. Terry Ward, Outside Online, 19 Jan. 2025 The onboard batteries and generator also provide enough power to facilitate a week of scuba diving. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024 There’s scuba diving, surfing, and the island’s biggest draw: fly fishing. Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 Guests can choose from various complimentary activities, including unlimited water sports, golf, tennis, and scuba diving. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scuba diving 

Word History

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of scuba diving was in 1955

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“Scuba diving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scuba%20diving. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.

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