Word
marine
Meanings
connected with the sea, ships, or ocean travel
a member of a military force trained for operations from the sea
relating to animals and plants that live in the sea
Definition
Marine most commonly means connected with the sea and ships.
Marine describes things that relate to the sea, especially ships, navigation, and activity on the ocean. It is often used in fields such as transport, engineering, and environmental science. In another common meaning, a marine is a soldier trained to fight from the sea and operate in amphibious missions.
Examples
- The company expanded its marine division to service vessels operating in harsh northern waters.
- She specialized in marine engineering, focusing on propulsion systems and fuel efficiency.
- They collected marine samples along the coastline to compare biodiversity across sites.
- He spoke with a marine at the ceremony about the discipline required for amphibious training.
- Our guide explained how marine currents can reshape a shoreline within a single season.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse marine (related to the sea) with maritime (related to shipping, navigation, or sea law) and use them interchangeably in formal contexts.
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