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Definition of submariner

submariner

/səbˈmɛrɪnər/
sub · mar · i · ner
Plural:submariners
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Adjective:submarine
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submariner Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A sailor or crew member who is trained to serve aboard a submarine.

Example

"The veteran submariner shared fascinating stories about conducting deep-sea oceanographic research."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

In naval and professional contexts, this word is traditionally pronounced with the primary stress on the second syllable (sub-MAR-i-ner) rather than on the first or third syllable as in 'submarine'.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as a blend of 'submarine' and 'mariner', ultimately deriving from Latin 'sub-' (under) and 'mare' (sea).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Submariner. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/submariner
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