diving suit

n. A heavy waterproof garment with a detachable air-fed helmet, used for underwater work.

diving suit

diving dress

n (Clothing & Fashion) a waterproof suit used by divers, having a heavy detachable helmet and an air supply

div′ing suit`

n. any of various waterproof garments for underwater swimming or diving, esp. one that is weighted, hermetically sealed, and supplied with air under pressure. [1905–10]

Thesaurus

Noun

diving suit - a weighted and hermetically sealed garment supplied with air; worn by underwater diversdiving dressprotective garment - clothing that is intended to protect the wearer from injury

Translations

Diving Suit

diving suit

[′dīv·iŋ ‚süt] (engineering) A waterproof outfit designed for diving, especially one with a helmet connected to a compressed-air hose.

Diving Suit

diving equipment that protects the diver from excessive cold and trauma.

There are two kinds of diving suits. The waterproof suit made of rubberized fabric can be all one piece or come with detachable hood, gloves, and boots. The breathing tube from the diving apparatus is connected to its helmet. The water-permeable suit (wet suit) is composed of a tight-fitting shirt and hood of porous rubber and separate pants with attached stockings. There are many sizes and styles, depending on the diving apparatus used.

diving suit

noun

Synonyms for diving suit

noun a weighted and hermetically sealed garment supplied with air

Synonyms

diving dress

Related Words

protective garment

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