skin diving

noun

1. an underwater sport in which the swimmer, equipped with a lightweight mask, foot fins, and either a snorkel or a portable air cylinder and breathing device, can move about quickly and easily underwater, as for exploring or spear fishing.

skin diving

noun

1. the sport or activity of diving and underwater swimming without wearing a diver's costume

Derived Forms

• ˈskin-ˌdiver, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of skin diving¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

"Guess I gunned my new skin-diving jet a bit too hard," Tom said sheepishly.

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I'd better start with a skin-diving suit made of that molded plastic Arv is turning out.

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Next, Tom began tailoring himself a completely new skin-diving suit.

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Well, a chance to go skin diving in the Virgin Islands is certainly that—a rare and precious opportunity.

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If Steve was to be briefed on skin diving, it sounded like a case that would interest him and Scotty.

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