atoll

UK
/əˈtɒl/
US
/əˈtɑl/

Translations

atollnoun
atolls
pl
UK
/əˈtɒl/
US
/əˈtɑl/
The atoll is surrounded by a clear blue lagoon.
L’atoll est entouré d’un lagon d’un bleu limpide.
atolladjective
UK
/ˈæt.ɒl/
US
/ˈæt.ɑl/
Used attributively to describe things related to or characteristic of an atoll.
atollienSe dit d’un atoll ou qui lui est lié.
The atoll flora includes many salt-tolerant plants.
La flore atollienne comprend de nombreuses plantes tolérantes au sel.

Definitions

atollnoun
A ring-shaped coral reef, island, or series of islets surrounding a lagoon.
The Maldives is famous for its stunning atolls, which attract tourists from all over the world.
atolladjective
Relating to, characteristic of, or situated on an atoll.
The atoll flora includes many salt-tolerant plants.