Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

submariner

Noun
/ˌsʌbməˈrɪnər/
Definition
A submariner is a person who serves in or operates a submarine, typically as part of a naval force.
Examples
  • The skilled submariner expertly navigated the depths of the ocean.
  • After years of training, she became a certified submariner.
  • Many submariners spend months underwater on missions.
Meaning
Submariners are trained personnel responsible for navigating, operating, or maintaining submarines, which are underwater vessels used for military and research purposes.
Synonyms
  • Submarine crew member
  • Submarine operator
  • Undersea navigator