surface-supplied diving

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noun
Definitions
  • A form of deep diving using an umbilical that supplies air, power and communications from the surface to the diver, who wears a diving helmet. This is the traditional diving with a diving helmet and air hose.

Etymology

Compound from English surface + English supply + English diving.

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diving

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