B1nounsportnature
US/ˈdaɪ.vɪŋ/
UK/ˈdaɪ.vɪŋ/
the activity or sport of jumping into water, or of swimming deep underwater
In context
She took up diving on vacation and now dreams of exploring coral reefs.
Diving is one of the most exciting events at the Olympics.
You need proper training and equipment before you try diving in deep water.
Words that go with diving
noun + noun
- scuba divingWe went scuba diving off the coast of Nha Trang.
- diving boardHe stood nervously on the diving board.
- diving lessonI booked a diving lesson for my birthday.
- diving equipmentThe shop rents out diving equipment.
- diving tripTheir diving trip was canceled because of the storm.
verb + noun
- go divingLet's go diving this weekend.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I like to diving.Correct: I like diving.