adjective
- designed or used to detect, prevent, or destroy submarines
Usage: military; often used in compound terms
Examples
- The navy deployed antisubmarine helicopters to patrol the coastal waters.
- Antisubmarine warfare requires specialized training and equipment.
- The ship was equipped with antisubmarine sonar systems.
- Antisubmarine depth charges were used extensively during World War II.
- Modern antisubmarine technology includes advanced detection methods.