Bathyscaphe
(noun)
A type of deep-sea submersible vehicle designed for diving to great depths, typically for scientific or exploration purposes.
Origin:
From greek bathys meaning deep and skaphos meaning a ship, meaning a deep-sea ship.
Examples:
- The bathyscaphe was equipped with sophisticated instruments for mapping the ocean floor.
- The bathyscaphe made a record-breaking dive to a depth of 10,000 meters.
- The bathyscaphe was used to study the life forms that lived in the deepest parts of the ocean.
- The bathyscaphe provided scientists with a unique window into the mysteries of the deep sea.
- The bathyscaphe was an important tool for understanding the ocean's role in the Earth's climate and ecosystems.