bath·y·scaphe (b th  -skf , -sk f) also bath·y·scaph (-skf)n. A free-diving deep-sea vessel consisting of a large flotation hull with a crewed observation capsule attached to its underside, usually capable of reaching full ocean depths. [bathy- + Greek skaphos, boat.] |
bathyscaph [ˈbæθɪˌskæf], bathyscaphe [ˈbæθɪˌskeɪf -ˌskæf], bathyscape [ˈbæθɪˌskæp]
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(Earth Sciences / Physical Geography) a submersible vessel having a flotation compartment with an observation capsule underneath, capable of reaching ocean depths of over 10 000 metres (about 5000 fathoms)
[from bathy- + -scaph, from Greek skaphē light boat]
bathyscaphe, bathyscape, bathyscaph
Oceanography. a small, modified submarine for deep-sea exploration, usually having a spherical observation chamber fixed under a buoyancy chamber.
See also: Depth
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| Noun | 1. |  bathyscaph - navigable deep diving vessel for underwater explorationsubmersible - an apparatus intended for use under water |
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