drysuit

noun

Meaning

A waterproof garment worn by divers, kayakers, or rescue workers to keep the wearer completely dry while submerged in cold water.

Examples

  • He zipped up his drysuit before stepping into the icy lake for his morning dive.
  • Unlike a wetsuit, a drysuit traps a layer of air inside to provide insulation against extreme cold.

Synonyms: wetsuit, immersion suit