Meanings
- uncountableSynonym of recreational diving.
There are several factors or practices in sport diving which tend to upset the normal breathing process and can lead to a build-up of carbon dioxide in the blood.
1992, Glen H. Egstrom, Lou Fead, Jeppesen's Open Water Sport Diver Manual, page 1212 more examples
It should be recognized from the outset that much of the discussion material in the following chapters is geared toward a diver who has made a clear and conscious decision to pursue a type of diving that is beyond what is considered "normal" sport diving limits.
1995, Bret Gilliam, Robert Von Maier, Darren Webb, Deep Diving, page 13Sport diving is attracting more and more people of all ages who, once they've learnt the correct techniques, can enjoy the element of risk without being in any way endangered by it.
1998, Sport Diving: The British Sub-Aqua Club Diving Manual, page 6Synonyms: recreational diving
Synonyms & antonyms
nounSynonym of recreational diving.
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