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maritime (adjective), more maritime, most maritime
1. Bordering on the sea or characteristic of those living near the sea: The maritime or coastal regions were particularly beautiful during the fall months where Jill's aunt lived.
2. Relating to, or involving ships, shipping, navigation, seamen, or activities of the ocean or sea: Mrs. Smith's brother loved such maritime sports such as deep sea diving and yachting.
3. Referring to living things that exist in the sea: Whales and dolphins are maritime animals that thrive best in oceans.
4. A description of a climate influenced by the sea: The maritime weather is generally temperate with relatively small variations in seasonal temperatures.
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maritime frequency bands (pl) (noun)
In the United States, a collection of radio frequencies that are used for communication between ships, or between ships and coastal stations: MARISAT uses the maritime frequency bands to make communication easier within the navigation system.
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maritime law (s) (noun) (no pl)
The decrees and regulations that apply at sea or afloat, including those bearing on the responsibilities of the masters and navigators of sea vessels: According to the maritime law, it is prohibited to dispose of raw sewage within a range of 12 miles of a country's coast.
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maritime mobile service (s) (noun), maritime mobile services (pl)
A radio facility or system that allows communications between ships, or between ships and coastal stations: Survival craft stations may also use the maritime mobile service when needed.
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maritime polar air (s) (noun) (no pl)
Arctic or freezing air that becomes unstable, possessing a higher moisture content after passing over warmer water: Maritime polar air has comparable qualities to continental polar air, but turns out to be unpredictable when it moves across more temperate oceans or seas.
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maritime position (s) (noun), maritime positions (pl)
The geographical location of a seaport along a coast: Some countries have excellent opportunities in trade when their maritime positions have good, reliable, and safe harbours and docking facilities.
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