Scuba
(noun)
A device that allows a person to breathe underwater, consisting of a tank of compressed air and a regulator to control the flow of air.
Origin:
Acronym of self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.
Examples:
- He went scuba diving to explore the coral reef.
- I am going to take a scuba diving lesson next weekend.
- The scuba gear allowed him to stay underwater for an hour.
- She rented a scuba diving equipment for the day.
- The scuba diving instructor showed them how to use the equipment properly.