Submersible
(noun)
A device, usually a vessel, that is designed to operate underwater.
Origin:
The term 'submersible' is derived from the prefix 'sub-' meaning 'below' and the verb 'immerse', referring to a device that can be fully immersed in water.
Examples:
- The deep-sea submersible was used to explore the ocean floor.
- The submersible was equipped with lights and cameras to capture images of underwater life.
- The submersible was capable of diving to depths of over 10,000 feet.
- She was a pilot of the submersible that explored the sunken ship.
- The submersible was used to gather scientific data and take samples of the ocean floor.