noun

submersible

submersible

The submersible explored the shipwreck.

The submersible explored the shipwreck.

It is a small, unmanned submersible.

It is a small, unmanned submersible.

a/the submersible a type of underwater craft The submersible was used for deep-sea research.

Synonyms: sub, bathyscaphe. Often smaller than a submarine with less autonomy.

From Latin 'sub' (under) and 'mergere' (to dip, plunge). Something that is able to be plunged under water.

Think 'sub' (under) + 'merse' (like immerse). A vehicle that can be immersed under water, often for research.

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