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marine animal

[ məˈriːn ˈænɪməl ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

sea creatures

Marine animals are organisms that live in the ocean. They come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, ranging from microscopic plankton to massive whales. These animals have adapted to the marine environment and play important roles in the ecosystem.

Synonyms

aquatic animal, sea creature.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
marine animal	Refers specifically to animals that live in the ocean or sea. Suitable for scientific or educational contexts. Marine animals like whales and dolphins are incredible to study. Pollution is a serious threat to marine animals.
sea creature	A less formal term often used in everyday conversation or storytelling to refer to animals that live in the sea. It can also have a more mystical or imaginative connotation. Octopuses are fascinating sea creatures known for their intelligence. Legendary sea creatures have been a part of marine folklore for centuries.
aquatic animal	A broader term that includes any animals living in water, such as lakes, rivers, or oceans. Useful in general contexts when discussing water-dwelling creatures. Aquatic animals can be found in both fresh and saltwater environments. Fish and amphibians are typical examples of aquatic animals.

Word

Description / Examples

marine animal

Refers specifically to animals that live in the ocean or sea. Suitable for scientific or educational contexts.

Marine animals like whales and dolphins are incredible to study.
Pollution is a serious threat to marine animals.

sea creature

A less formal term often used in everyday conversation or storytelling to refer to animals that live in the sea. It can also have a more mystical or imaginative connotation.

Octopuses are fascinating sea creatures known for their intelligence.
Legendary sea creatures have been a part of marine folklore for centuries.

aquatic animal

A broader term that includes any animals living in water, such as lakes, rivers, or oceans. Useful in general contexts when discussing water-dwelling creatures.

Aquatic animals can be found in both fresh and saltwater environments.
Fish and amphibians are typical examples of aquatic animals.

Examples of usage

Marine animals such as dolphins and sea turtles are often affected by pollution.
The coral reefs are home to a diverse range of marine animals.
Many marine animals migrate long distances in search of food.
Marine animals rely on the health of the ocean for their survival.
Conservation efforts are important to protect marine animals from extinction.

Translations

Translations of the word "marine animal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 animal marinho

🇮🇳 समुद्री जानवर

🇩🇪 Meerestier

🇮🇩 hewan laut

🇺🇦 морська тварина

🇵🇱 zwierzę morskie

🇯🇵 海洋動物

🇫🇷 animal marin

🇪🇸 animal marino

🇹🇷 deniz hayvanı

🇰🇷 해양 동물

🇸🇦 حيوان بحري

🇨🇿 mořské zvíře

🇸🇰 morské zviera

🇨🇳 海洋动物

🇸🇮 morska žival

🇮🇸 sjávardýr

🇰🇿 теңіз жануары

🇬🇪 ზღვის ცხოველი

🇦🇿 dəniz heyvanı

🇲🇽 animal marino

Etymology

The term 'marine animal' originated from the Latin word 'marinus' meaning 'of the sea' and 'animalis' meaning 'living being'. Marine animals have existed for millions of years and have evolved to thrive in diverse ocean environments. They are essential to the balance of marine ecosystems and are a source of fascination for scientists and nature enthusiasts alike.