scuba diving

American  

noun

1. the activity or recreation of diving or exploring underwater through use of a scuba device.

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Other Word Forms

• scuba diver noun

Etymology

Origin of scuba diving

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Let’s say my friends and I want to go scuba diving.

From The Wall Street Journal

In his post about his gap year and his scuba diving plans, Brittin also wrote that he loves to "learn and try new things".

From BBC

In the weeks before his death, Wright had shared videos on Instagram which showed him scuba diving and riding motorbikes in Phuket.

From BBC

Casino Point — the region where Alvarez was diving — is a popular location for scuba diving enthusiasts.

From Los Angeles Times

And, perhaps most important, he would forever be known as the father of scuba diving.

From Literature