maritime — relating to the sea or shipping
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to the sea or shipping
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmærɪtaɪm/
Example Sentences
- The captain studied maritime law before his voyage because he didn't want to accidentally become a pirate!
- Korea's maritime trade routes connect Asia to the world.
- The maritime museum's gift shop sells everything except seasickness medicine.
maritime
ADJECTIVE[/ˈmærɪtaɪm/]
relating to the sea or shipping
relating to the sea or shipping
Maritime nighttime becomes maritime wartime!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Maritime derives from Latin maritimus, which originated from mare meaning 'sea'. The term has been used since ancient Roman times to denote all things related to the sea and maritime activities.
Breakdown
mare (sea) + -itimus (relating to), forming an adjective that describes anything connected to or occurring on the sea.
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📝Examples
“The captain studied maritime law before his voyage because he didn't want to accidentally become a pirate!”
“Korea's maritime trade routes connect Asia to the world.”
“The maritime museum's gift shop sells everything except seasickness medicine.”
“Maritime provinces are known for their fresh seafood and friendly locals.”
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