Definition & Meaning of "Submerge"

Submerge

/səbmˈɜːd‍ʒ/

/səbˈmɝdʒ/

to plunge or immerse entirely beneath the surface of a liquid, typically water

to envelop or immerse something entirely, making it inaccessible or hidden from view

to inundate or flood an area, object, or space with water

to intentionally immerse or place something beneath the surface of water

Example

The diver executed a somersault before submerging into the clear blue pool.

The submarine descended into the depths of the ocean, submerging beneath the waves.

The heavy rock, when thrown into the lake, created ripples as it quickly submerged.

The flood submerged the entire farmland under water.

The river's swift currents during the monsoon season could submerge the stepping stones.

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