deep-sea diver

noun

Meaning

A person trained to perform specialized tasks underwater at extreme depths, typically using pressurized suits or specialized breathing apparatus.

Examples

  • The deep-sea diver spent hours inspecting the structural integrity of the submerged pipeline.
  • Training to become a certified deep-sea diver requires rigorous physical conditioning and technical knowledge of decompression sickness.

Synonyms: scuba diver, underwater explorer, saturation diver