marine
Translation
marine
Examples
We studied marine biology in college.
We studied marine biology in college.
He is a proud Marine.
He is a proud Marine.
Grammar Patterns
((marine + noun)) relating to the sea. We studied marine biology.
a Marine: a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. He is a proud Marine.
Similar Words
Synonyms: oceanic, aquatic, naval; Antonyms: terrestrial, land-based
Etymology
From Latin `marinus`, from `mare` 'sea'.
Memory Tips
Directly related to the Latin and Italian word for sea, `mare`. Picture the sea.