deep
/diːp/deep
ADJECTIVEDefinition of deep
A hole or body of water is deep if it goes down a long way.
derinExample: Do not dive into this swimming pool because it is not deep enough.
Something is deep if it is far below or inside.
derinExample: The Earth's iron core is deep beneath its crust.
A deep voice has low-pitched tones.
Example: In opera, the bass singer has the deepest voice.
With actions that make something smaller, we say deep to mean they make them much smaller.
Example: This furniture store offers deep discounts on beds.
An idea is called deep if it has an important meaning that is not easy to see.
Example: A: 'I think you like heavy metal music because your parents don't approve of it.' B:'Wow, that's deep!'
deep
EXAMPLESExamples of deep
Do not dive into this swimming pool because it is not deep enough.
Example sentenceSome oil wells must be drilled deeper than others to reach the oil.
Example sentenceThe Earth's iron core is deep beneath its crust.
Example sentenceThe Japanese style of poetry called haiku is simple on the surface, but it should also have a deeper emotional meaning.
Example sentenceIn opera, the bass singer has the deepest voice.
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