Definition

A person who works on or is a member of the crew of a submarine.

Example

The submariner navigated the vessel through the deep ocean.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new submariner who joined the team?

Yeah, I heard he's got some impressive experience underwater.

I wonder what it's like to be a submariner and work on a submarine.

It must be thrilling to explore the ocean depths like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Submariner → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "marinus" (from Latin, meaning of the sea). The word "submariner" refers to a person who operates or serves on a submarine, which is a vessel that operates under the sea.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who works 'under' ('sub-') the 'sea' ('marinus') — that's why a submariner is a person who operates beneath the ocean.

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