Water Vocabulary Words Vocabulary Words
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Word | Definition | Practice Sentence | Synonyms | Antonyms | Part of Speech Description |
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tributary | A smaller river or stream that flows into a larger river or body of water. | The tributary flowed into the Mississippi. | Noun | ||
sea | A large body of salt water that covers most of the Earth's surface. | She loved spending her weekends at the beach, listening to the soothing sounds of the sea. | Noun | ||
nautical chart | A detailed map or plan of a body of water, typically used by sailors for navigation. | I used a nautical chart to navigate my boat through the treacherous waters. | Noun | ||
bay | A broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward. | The boat anchored in the bay. | Noun | ||
fjord | A long, narrow inlet of the sea between high cliffs, typically formed by the submergence of a glaciated valley. | The steep cliffs rose high above the narrow fjord, creating a breathtaking natural landscape. | Noun | ||
marsh | A wetland area characterized by soft, waterlogged soil, rich in vegetation such as reeds and grasses. | The marsh was teeming with wildlife, including ducks, herons, and frogs. | Noun | ||
reef | A large amount of hard material, such as rock, coral, or sand, lies beneath the surface of the water in the ocean. | While snorkeling, I saw fish swimming around a vibrant coral reef. | Noun | ||
fluvial | Anything related to or connected with a river. | The fluvial landscape of the river valley was characterized by meandering waterways and lush vegetation. | Adjective | ||
ocean | A vast body of saltwater that covers roughly 71% of the Earth's surface. | I enjoy taking photos of the ocean at sunset. | Noun | ||
lake | A large body of water surrounded by land. | We went fishing at the lake last weekend and caught a bunch of trout. | Noun | ||
tsunami | A tsunami is a natural disaster that occurs when a large amount of water is displaced, causing a massive wave. | The massive tsunami hit the coastal town, causing widespread destruction. | Noun | ||
whirlpool | A swirling body of water caused by conflicting tides or currents. | As the boat entered the channel, it became caught in a powerful whirlpool. | Noun | ||
oasis | A fertile spot in a desert where water is found, typically forming a green area with vegetation. | We found a hidden oasis in the desert, complete with a sparkling pool of water. | Noun | ||
hurricane | A powerful tropical cyclone characterized by heavy rain, strong winds, and storm surges. | The buildings were destroyed by the powerful winds of the hurricane. | Noun | ||
backwater | A part of a river with little or no current, especially a side channel. | The backwater areas are stagnant and full of algae. | Noun |
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