divingapparatus

noun

UK /ˈdaɪvɪŋ ˌæpəˈreɪtəs/

US /ˈdaɪvɪŋ ˌæpəˈrætəs/

A diving apparatus is special gear that helps a person breathe and stay safe underwater.

The diver checked his diving apparatus before jumping into the sea.

SYNONYMS

diving gear scuba equipment underwater equipment breathing apparatus

RELATED WORDS

scuba oxygen tank wetsuit regulator diver

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The equipment used by a submarine crew to leave and re-enter a submerged vessel.

The sailors used the submarine's diving apparatus to exit the sunken boat.

3. A set of tools or machines designed for underwater work or exploration.

Engineers lowered a diving apparatus to inspect the damaged pipeline.

4. Any breathing device that lets a person stay below the water's surface for a long time.

Early diving apparatus used heavy helmets and long air hoses.