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1. A soldier who serves on a naval installation or on a ship: The marines were enlisted to do work either on board a vessel or at the dockyards.
2. A member of the U.S. Marine Corps: As a marine, John had to travel to many countries in the world and was in charge of the naval affairs of his ship.
2. A member of the U.S. Marine Corps: As a marine, John had to travel to many countries in the world and was in charge of the naval affairs of his ship.
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marine (adjective), more marine, most marine
1. Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea: After completing high school, Albert wanted to study marine biology at the local college because he was very interested in ocean life.
2. Concerning something native to, inhabiting, or formed by the sea: Some marine animals could be seen at the zoo in Tim's city.
3. Pertaining to naval matters or to shipping: The captain of the cargo ship had to recheck the marine insurance plan before starting the long voyage.
2. Concerning something native to, inhabiting, or formed by the sea: Some marine animals could be seen at the zoo in Tim's city.
3. Pertaining to naval matters or to shipping: The captain of the cargo ship had to recheck the marine insurance plan before starting the long voyage.
There were several marine accidents that were reported to have taken place in the harbor that year.
4. A reference to organisms in the sea or ocean: Jack found many marine or aquatic plants for his collection which he needed for his biology class.
5. Concerning artistry illustrating ocean scenes: Many marine artists came every year to the picturesque harbor in Nova Scotia to paint the seaside.
(using an instrument to detect photoluminescent signals in marine environments)
(importance of plankton in marine life)
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An Introduction to the Biology of Marine Life
James L. Sumich, Grossmont College; Wm. C. Brown Publishers, College Edition; Dubuque, Iowa; 1988.
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The erosion of the sea floor by the movement of wave-agitated sediment; wave erosion: In geology, tidal waves and rolling water in oceans cause marine abrasion, which wears or grinds down the deposits and residue on the bottom of ocean waters.
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A division of the biosphere that includes all marine organisms: Marine bicycles include all the living creatures that live in the oceans or seas.
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An individual who specializes in the branch of the living organisms that inhabit the sea: Jim's uncle was a marine biologist who spent much of his life either in the water engrossed in rare fish or in front of his computer reading about the newest discoveries in ocean life.
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A branch of biology that deals with the living organisms that inhabit the sea: Since Mary lived near the ocean, she wanted to study marine biology and learn as much as possible about life in the vastness of the Pacific.
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A collective term for all organic substances of marine origin: Marine biomass can be exemplified by large seaweeds which are utilised in producing the manufactured kelp.
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Regional weather that is influenced primarily by the sea: oceanic climate; maritime climate: In comparison to a continental climate, marine climate is found typically on the west coast in the middle latitudes and has mild summers and cool, but not cold, winters.
Marine climate occurs where the prevailing winds blow onshore and is characterized by a limited range in temperature with few extremes.
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Marine Corps (proper noun)
A branch of the U.S. Navy comprised of combat troops, air forces, etc.: The Marine Corps is the oldest organized military or naval body in the United States, authorized in 1775, officially called the "United States Marine Corps", and operates on land and at sea.
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A motor designed for use in propelling a water vessel: A marine engine is one that is enclosed within the hull of a craft, as opposed to an outboard motor which is mounted outside the hull of boat.
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The branch of applied science concerned with the production of propelling machinery and auxiliary equipment for use on ships: Marine engineering includes mechanical engineering, electronic engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science.
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The regions of the earth that include the oceans and seas: The marine environment takes up about three-fourths of the earth's surface all of which has a system of tides and waves, a high saline content, a variety of life forms, and includes bays and estuaries as well as other major bodies of water.
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A weather prediction of particular interest to operators of maritime transportation or to coastal area residents: Marine forecasts highlight weather elements, such as wind, visibility, storm warnings when applicable, and general atmospheric weather conditions.
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The products of organic decomposition that accumulate in solution or suspension in the sea: There was a TV documentary on marine humus which is biological matter that is deposited on the sea bottom.
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A large sea lizard, Amblyrhynchus cristatus, of the family Iquanidae; sea iguana; saltwater iguana: The marine iguana, only found in Ecuador on the shores of the Galapagos Islands, consumes algae and seaweed and is characterized by a powerful tail used in swimming, salt-removing nasal glands, and a slowed heart rate for diving.
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A luminous or lighted assistance intended mainly for marine navigation: In the novel Grace was reading, the captain used a marine light to aid him in steering through the thick fog on the ocean.
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A division of the earth's surface which includes all marine animals: A marine littoral faunal region is a geographical area of the zoosphere incorporating the entire number of marine creatures.
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A flat piece of land near the edge of the sea: A marine marsh is level, usually covered with water at high tide, and has a savanna-like land expanse.
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The study of oceanic regions: Marine meteorology is a part of meteorology that consists of coastal and island areas, and it also assists in the needs of surface and air navigation over the seas.
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The branch of biology dealing with microorganisms that exist in the saltwater of an ocean: Gary wanted to study marine microbiology and learn more about unicellular, multicellular, or acellular organisms which thrive in seas all over the world.
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An arc of colors in the sea spray, formed by the reflection and refraction of sun rays; sea rainbow: On their camping vacation quite near the ocean, the family was totally amazed at the marine rainbow appearing in the fine mist of the ocean.
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A body of salt water found along a dry coast and blocked off from the sea by sand or gravel: The couple was impressed by the marine salina that extended from their camp and was obstructed from the ocean by a large amount of loose matter comprised of grains of coral and rock.
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The knowledges of the oceans or seas: Dr. Timmons had studied marine science and was involved with oceanography and marine biology, and, after much contemplation, decided to set up a research center in marine technology.
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A region of low, salty, or brackish water existing along the shore: A marine swamp, or parabolic swamp, is characterized by plentiful and lavish grasses, mangrove trees, and similar vegetation.
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That section of a harbor or port with provisions for docking, cargo-handling, and storage possibilities: The tourists were able to go on a sightseeing tour to the marine terminal where they were amazed at the extension of it over the water and they were also intrigued at the system of railroad and motor-vehicle accesses.
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A narrow coastal strip covered by sand, silt, or fine gravel that slopes gently seaward; sea terrace; shore terrace: A marine terrace lies either above or below the current sea level and has been formed along a seacoast by the merging of a wave-built terrace and a wave-cut platform.
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The transport of people or cargo by sea; waterborne transport: Marine traffic, or maritime and fluvial transport, refers to that of passengers or goods conveyed by way of waterways and such merchandise shipping accounts for about 80% of international trade.
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A system that divides the ocean into two levels and many subdivisions: The Benthic division, which includes the sea bottom; and the Pelagic division, which includes the open water are two marine zonations.
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A uniformly, gently sloping land surface produced by water erosion or other marine processes; wave-cut terrace: In geology class, Susan learned about marine-cut terraces and was overjoyed when her family went to the coast and saw such a platform created by water which had worn away part of the land.
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