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littoral

UK
/ˈlɪt.ər.əl/
US
/ˈlɪt.ər.əl/

Translations

littoralnoun
littorals
pl
UK
/ˈlɪt.ər.əl/
US
/ˈlɪt̬.ɚ.əl/
The littoral zone is rich in biodiversity.
Литоральная зона богата биоразнообразием.
Synonyms
waterfront
beach
seashore
shore
coast
littoraladjective
more littoral
Comp.
most littoral
Super.
UK
/ˈlɪt.ər.əl/
US
/ˈlɪt.ər.əl/
The littoral zone is rich in biodiversity.
Прибрежная зона богата биоразнообразием.
Synonyms
coastal
oceanic
beachfront
maritime
shoreline

Definitions

littoralnoun
The region or zone of a shore, especially the area between the high and low tide marks.
The marine biologist spent the day studying the diverse ecosystems of the littoral.
A coastal region of a country or continent, especially considered as a cultural, economic, or strategic unit.
Ports along the West African littoral handle the bulk of the region's trade.
littoraladjective
Relating to or situated on the shore of the sea or a lake.
The littoral zone is teeming with diverse marine life.
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