lagoon — a stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank or coral reef
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank or coral reef
Pronunciation (IPA): /ləˈɡuːn/
Korean meaning: 모래톱이나 산호초로 바다와 분리된 석호, 환초 호수
Korean pronunciation: 러-군 (강세: 군)
Example Sentences
- The mermaid's favorite hangout spot was the hidden lagoon behind the island.
- Tourists flocked to the famous lagoon to take Instagram-worthy photos.
- The lagoon's turquoise waters contrasted beautifully with the white sandy beach.
lagoon
NOUN//ləˈɡuːn//
a stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank or coral reef
Calm water separated from ocean
Under the moon by the lagoon, she points with her spoon!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
이탈리아 베니스 지역에서 시작된 단어로, 원래는 베니스의 얕은 호수들을 가리키는 말이었습니다. 라틴어 lacuna(웅덩이, 빈 공간)에서 유래되어 이탈리아어 laguna를 거쳐 영어로 들어왔습니다.
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📝Examples
“The mermaid's favorite hangout spot was the hidden lagoon behind the island.”
“Tourists flocked to the famous lagoon to take Instagram-worthy photos.”
“The lagoon's turquoise waters contrasted beautifully with the white sandy beach.”
“Marine biologists study the unique ecosystem of coral lagoons.”
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