Subaqueous
//səbˈeɪ.kwi.əs// adj
adj ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Existing below the water surface. not-comparable
"subaqueous deposits"
- 2 Designed for underwater use. not-comparable
"a subaqueous helmet"
- 3 Weak and filtered. not-comparable
"subaqueous light"
Adjective
- 1 growing or remaining under water wordnet
Antonyms
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More examples"The room was dimly lit by a subaqueous light filtering through a green blind, and Rita had to edge her way round a double bed that barely allowed room to reach a bedside table, for the room, like every other apartment in the house, was clogged with old furniture."
Etymology
From sub- + aqueous.
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