noun
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a person or thing that dives
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a person who works or explores underwater
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Also called: loom. US and Canadian name: loon. any aquatic bird of the genus Gavia, family Gaviidae, and order Gaviiformes of northern oceans, having a straight pointed bill, small wings, and a long body: noted for swiftness and skill in swimming and diving
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any of various other diving birds
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slang soccer a player who pretends to have been tripped or impeded by an opposing player in order to win a free kick or penalty
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At 11 a.m., two people, including the female diver, went in, according to those involved with the planning.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Then, with a brush, he captures the momentary disturbance of the water caused by an unseen diver.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
“Where do I sign?” the female diver had asked.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
A rescue diver also died on Saturday while searching for the bodies of the group.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
“I want to be a diver, Mum,” said the small boy.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
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