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submarine

adjective
ˈsʌb.mə.riːn

Meaning

Existing, occurring, or used underwater, especially in relation to vessels or cables.
a warship designed to operate underwater

Example Sentences

Submarine cables facilitate international communication.

The submarine stayed submerged for several weeks.

Example Expressions

submarine sandwich

Synonyms

underwater, subaqueous, U-boat, undersea vessel, sub, torpedo boat
Entry 1
underwater, subaqueous
Entry 2
U-boat, undersea vessel, sub, torpedo boat

Antonyms

surface, terrestrial, surface ship, boat
Entry 1
surface, terrestrial
Entry 2
surface ship, boat

Collocations

nuclear submarine, attack submarine, submarine warfare

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