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submersible

2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for submersible, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Capable of operating while completely underwater.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

submergible submersible warship

How to use submersible

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

submersible pump deep-sea submersible

Etymology

From submerse plus the suffix -ible ("able to be").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “submersible” mean?

The word “submersible” means capable of operating while completely underwater. In plain terms, something that can go underwater — as an adjective for equipment, or as a noun for a small exploration craft.

How do you use “submersible” in a sentence?

Here is “submersible” used in a sentence: “The camera comes in a submersible case for underwater filming.”

What part of speech is “submersible”?

Depending on how it is used, “submersible” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “submersible” have?

“Submersible” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: capable of operating while completely underwater.

Related words

bathyscaphe semi-sub semi-submarine semisub semisubmarine sub submarine

Nearby words

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