crash dive
The phrase "crash dive" is commonly used in military contexts, particularly relating to submarines and aircraft, signifying an emergency descent to evade danger.
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Definition
C1Submarine Operations
(technical, military)An emergency maneuver where a submarine rapidly descends to avoid attack or collision.
Example
- The submarine executed a crash dive to evade the enemy destroyer.
- In response to the imminent threat, the crew initiated a crash dive.
C1Aviation
(technical, military)A sudden and steep dive by an aircraft to avoid a collision or attack.
Example
- The pilot had to perform a crash dive to avoid the incoming missile.
- During the training exercise, the jet practiced a crash dive maneuver.
B2General
(informal)A rapid descent ending in a violent collision, whether intentional or accidental.
Example
- The stuntman performed a crash dive off the trampoline.
- After losing control, the car went into a crash dive down the hill.
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