submersible
Submersible (adj) means Capable of operating while completely underwater. Example: “The camera comes in a submersible case for underwater filming.”
How to use submersible
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that can go underwater — as an adjective for equipment, or as a noun for a small exploration craft.
A submersible is typically smaller and more limited in range than a submarine, and often needs a support ship.
Word forms
submersibles plural
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The camera comes in a _____ case for underwater filming.
Etymology
From submerse plus the suffix -ible ("able to be").
Synonyms
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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.