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☆ scuba (sko̵̅o̅′bə)

noun

equipment worn by divers for breathing underwater, consisting typically of one or two compressed-air tanks strapped to the back and connected by a hose to a mouthpiece

Etymology: s(elf-)c(ontained) u(nderwater) b(reathing) a(pparatus)

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scuba Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • try: Try scuba diving, camel trekking - or just relax on the beach!

Adjective modifier

  • red: Flights depart Sunday and return... http://www.wildabouttravel.com Virginia - lovely 12 berth red sea scuba diving liveaboard.. .

Modifies a noun

  • diving: Scuba Diving: 10 minutes to 2 diving schools.

Noun used with modifier

  • sea: Flights depart Sunday and return... http://www.wildabouttravel.com Virginia - lovely 12 berth red sea scuba diving liveaboard.. .
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