submersible

1 of 2

adjective

sub·​mers·​ible səb-ˈmər-sə-bəl How to pronounce submersible (audio)
: capable of being submerged

submersible

2 of 2

noun

: something that is submersible
especially : a usually small underwater craft used especially for deep-sea research

Examples of submersible in a Sentence

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Adjective
From scientists to submersible crew, pilots, teachers, child care personnel, or even local surf instructors, the YS 53 model that Emotional is built on emphasizes guest comfort and practical upkeep in all cabins and leisure/work areas. Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025 And nearly everything but the helicopter and submersible rides are included, from alcohol and specialty dining to excursions and kayaking. Jeri Clausing, AFAR Media, 7 Aug. 2025
Noun
This marked the first time two distinct unmanned submersibles were deployed from a single Chinese research vessel. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 25 Aug. 2025 Police used a submersible to search the waters for hours, eventually locating Mayar's body and sending a dive team to recover him from the water. Austin Mullen, NBC news, 18 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for submersible

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1807, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of submersible was in 1807

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“Submersible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/submersible. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

submersible

1 of 2 adjective
sub·​mers·​ible səb-ˈmər-sə-bəl How to pronounce submersible (audio)
: capable of being submerged
submersible pumps

submersible

2 of 2 noun
: something that is submersible

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