scuba diving

noun

: the sport or activity of swimming underwater using scuba gear

… this watch is resistant to water up to 200 meters, suitable for scuba diving.

—Garrett Parker

On Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, as locals call it, travelers can now choose from over 30 explorations with guided hikes, bike rides, snorkeling and scuba diving.

—Travel Agent Central

Examples of scuba diving in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Fishing, snorkeling, or scuba diving from the Scout tender are possibilities, but everyone defers for lunch. —Howard Walker, Robb Report, 11 June 2025

According to its website, the park has gardens, fishing and scuba diving, while also offering miles of walking and biking paths. —Jordana Comiter, People.com, 24 May 2025

Extend your adventure: Ever gone scuba diving in Nebraska? —Brian Higgins, Outside Online, 22 May 2025

Balancing his professional endeavors, Dan nurtures diverse interests including scuba diving, running, house music, and video games. —Dan Berger, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for scuba diving

• arriving
• conniving
• contriving
• depriving
• deriving
• reviving
• surviving
• driving
• striving
• thriving