Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seas

noun
/siːz/
Definition
large bodies of salt water that cover most of the Earth’s surface and are smaller than oceans.
Examples
  • The Mediterranean and the Caribbean are beautiful seas to explore.
  • Many species of fish thrive in the clear waters of the Coral Sea.
  • Seas can be calm or tumultuous depending on weather conditions.
Meaning
Seas are significant parts of the Earth’s hydrosphere, generally shallower than oceans, and are crucial for climate regulation and marine biodiversity.
Synonyms
  • ocean
  • waterbody
  • lake
  • gulf