Lagoon: meaning, definitions and examples
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lagoon
[ lษหษกuหn ]
body of water
A lagoon is a shallow body of water separated from a larger body of water by a barrier such as a sandbar, coral reef, or barrier island.
Synonyms
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lagoon |
A shallow body of water separated from a larger sea or ocean by a barrier such as a sandbar or reef, often found in coastal areas.
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lake |
A large inland body of freshwater or saltwater that is usually surrounded by land, often used for recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing.
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pond |
A small, still body of water that is usually smaller than a lake, often found in backyards, parks, and natural settings; used for decoration, fish-keeping, or recreational fishing.
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inlet |
A narrow body of water between islands or leading inland from a larger body of water, often used for fishing or as a harbor.
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Examples of usage
- The resort had a beautiful lagoon where guests could swim and snorkel.
- The lagoon was teeming with colorful fish and marine life.
geography
In geography, a lagoon is a stretch of salt water separated from the open sea by a low sandbank or coral reef.
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lagoon |
A shallow body of water separated from a larger sea by a sandbar, reef, or barrier. Often found in tropical and subtropical regions and can be either coastal or inland.
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inlet |
A narrow body of water between islands or leading inland from a larger body of water, often used in a geographical or nautical context.
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cove |
A small, sheltered inlet, usually with steep sides, smaller than a bay. Often found along rugged coastlines and can provide safe anchorage for boats.
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bay |
A broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward. Bays are generally larger than coves and can be good for harbors.
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Examples of usage
- The lagoon was a unique ecosystem with its own distinct flora and fauna.
- The island was surrounded by a crystal-clear lagoon.
Translations
Translations of the word "lagoon" in other languages:
๐ต๐น lagoa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเฅเคเฅเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Lagune
๐ฎ๐ฉ laguna
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะฐะณัะฝะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ laguna
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฝๆน (ใใใ, ใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท lagune
๐ช๐ธ laguna
๐น๐ท lagรผn
๐ฐ๐ท ์ํธ (seokho)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุญูุฑุฉ ุณุงุญููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ laguna
๐ธ๐ฐ lagรบna
๐จ๐ณ ็คๆน (jiฤohรบ)
๐ธ๐ฎ laguna
๐ฎ๐ธ lรณn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะฐะณัะฝะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ laguna
๐ฒ๐ฝ laguna
Etymology
The word 'lagoon' originated from the Italian word 'laguna', which in turn came from the Latin word 'lacuna' meaning 'pond' or 'pool'. Lagoons are common in coastal areas and are formed by a variety of factors such as coastal erosion, coral reefs, or sandbars. They play a significant role in coastal ecosystems and provide habitat for diverse marine life.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #13,354, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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