dry suit

noun

1. a close-fitting, double-layered synthetic garment worn by a scuba diver in especially cold water, protecting the skin from contact with water and having an internal, warming layer of air that can be added to in order to equalize pressure during descent.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dry suit¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

Like little scuba divers, anoles maintain a "dry suit" of air underwater, which may help them retain some heat.

From Science Daily

Jeff Whitehouse — dressed in a neon green and black dry suit and life jacket — had the job of swimming close to 100 feet to reach her.

From Los Angeles Times

The man said he discovered it by "sniping" - where gold hunters wear a dry suit and snorkel and lie face down in a river.

From BBC

Whether renting or buying, dive shops can outfit you with all the equipment you will need: fins, mask, snorkel, tanks, regulator, dry suit, etc.

From Seattle Times

I spent four days and four nights wearing a dry suit, lots of undergarments and a heated vest, to survive in the 5C water.

From BBC