scuba
nounHow to pronounce scuba:
Definition of scuba:
- scuba (noun):
- a device (trade name Aqua-Lung) that lets divers breathe under water; scuba is an acronym for self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.
- an apparatus utilizing a portable supply of compressed gas (such as air) supplied at a regulated pressure and used for breathing while swimming underwater
Synonyms for scuba:
aqua-lung
aqualung
breathing apparatus
breathing device
breathing machine
cylinder
ventilator
Here are some other common 2-syllable words.
- scrunchies
- scrubbing
- scriptures
- scripture
- scrimmage
- scouting
- scouted
- scious
- schweppes
- schweppe
- schleiden
- schering
- schachter
- scented
- scatting
- scarlett
- scarab
- scanty
- scamper
- scallops
- scabber
- sayo
- sawdust
- savour
- saving
- sato
- sarong
- sari
- sapless
- sanriel
- sandwiches
- sancia
- sanah
- samuel
- samoan
- sameer
- sambal
- saman
- salud
- salted
- salon
- salma
- salah
- saki
- sakai
- sajeev
- saitar
- saintdom
- sailboat
- sahib
- … more
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