No. 11,042 in French
plongeurs
"Plongeurs" means "divers" or "dishwashers" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Les plongeurs préparent leur équipement avant de plonger.
The divers prepare their equipment before diving.
Used as the plural noun 'plongeurs' referring to individuals who dive as an activity or profession.
Nous avons vu des plongeurs explorer le récif corallien.
We saw divers exploring the coral reef.
Here, 'plongeurs' is used as a plural noun to describe people actively participating in diving.
Les plongeurs en apnée ont besoin d'une bonne condition physique.
Freedivers require good physical condition.
The term 'plongeurs' is qualified by 'en apnée' to specifically refer to a type of divers—those who dive without breathing equipment.
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