"Cartesian diver" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Cartesian divers [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} Cartesian diver (plural Cartesian divers)
  1. A toy or a science experiment in which the "diver", usually a small glass tube, is placed in a larger container with flexible walls. The "diver" falls when the large container is pressed, and rises as the pressure is released. Wikipedia link: Cartesian diver Synonyms: bottle imp, Cartesian devil

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