diver

• Существительное, обозначающее человека, который работает или плавает под водой, или крупную ныряющую птицу северного полушария, питающуюся рыбой.

A noun referring to a person who works or swims underwater, or a large fish-eating diving bird of the northern hemisphere.

1. Underwater workerB1formal

   A person who works underwater, often for construction, repair, or research purposes.

   Водолаз

   • The diver inspected the ship's hull for damage.
   • Professional divers are trained to work at great depths.
   • A team of divers was sent to repair the underwater pipeline.

   Synonymsaquanautfrogman

2. Recreational diverA2formal

   A person who dives into water for sport or leisure.

   Ныряльщик

   • The diver performed a perfect somersault from the high board.
   • She is an experienced scuba diver who explores coral reefs.
   • The diver surfaced after exploring the underwater cave.

3. Diving birdC1formal

   A large, primitive fish-eating bird of northern regions, with webbed feet placed far back on the body, related to grebes.

   Гагара

   • The diver bird is known for its excellent swimming abilities.
   • We spotted a diver bird fishing in the lake.
   • Divers are often seen in cold northern waters.

   Synonymsloon