2 definitions by vivek.b.nair
A term used to describe an individual who explores the depths of the ocean, in similarity to an astronaut who explores the depth of outer space, experiencing almost similar external environmental factors as an astronaut.
When Neil Armstrong did a big leap for mankind as an astronaut on the moon, Sylvia Earle leapt a great deal as an aquanaut in the oceans.
by vivek.b.nair September 18, 2012
The literal meaning of the phrase is to go beyond a conventional bio-data (curriculum vitae). The parallel meaning is to dazzle with one's life experience.
Marilyn monroe did jump off the page to hollywood superstardom from her struggling days of a stripper.
by vivek.b.nair April 18, 2011