reef — a ridge of jagged rock, coral, or sand just above or below the surface of the sea
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a ridge of jagged rock, coral, or sand just above or below the surface of the sea
Pronunciation (IPA): /riːf/
Korean meaning: 바다 표면 바로 위나 아래에 있는 산호나 바위의 능선
Korean pronunciation: 리프 (강세: 리프)
Example Sentences
- The Great Barrier Reef is so famous that even fish have started taking selfies there.
- Snorkeling around the reef revealed an underwater paradise full of tropical fish.
- The captain warned us about the hidden reef that had caused many shipwrecks.
reef
NOUN//riːf//
a ridge of jagged rock, coral, or sand just above or below the surface of the sea
Hidden coral reef collision
On the reef, a brief note brings endless grief
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 북유럽 항해자들이 바다에서 위험한 바위를 발견할 때 사용했던 단어에서 유래되었습니다. 바다 속 숨어있는 위험을 나타내는 말로 발전했어요.
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📝Examples
“The Great Barrier Reef is so famous that even fish have started taking selfies there.”
“Snorkeling around the reef revealed an underwater paradise full of tropical fish.”
“The captain warned us about the hidden reef that had caused many shipwrecks.”
“My diving instructor said avoiding the reef was like trying to diet at a buffet - nearly impossible.”
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