What does “sea” mean?
- 1
nounthe large area of salt water that covers much of the earth
We swam in the sea every morning.
- 2
nouna large area of salt water that is part of an ocean or partly surrounded by land
The Mediterranean Sea is very warm in summer.
Sea at a glance
- Part of speech
- noun
- CEFR level
- A1 (beginner)
- Pronunciation
- /si/ · SEE
How to use “sea” correctly
In US English “ocean” is more common for the large body of water: “swim in the ocean”. Don’t confuse “sea” with “see” (same sound).
Common phrases with “sea”
- by the sea
- at sea
- sea level
- sea view
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- ocean
Idioms with “sea”
- Plenty more fish in the sea: There are many other people or chances available, especially after a relationship ends.
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