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