marine

/məɹˈiːn/

/mɝˈin/

[adjective] [noun]

marine

[ADJECTIVE]

related to the sea and the different life forms that exist there

relating to or characteristic of or occurring on or in the sea

of or relating to military personnel who serve both on land and at sea (specifically the U.S. Marine Corps)

relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen

synonyms : maritime

nautical

native to or inhabiting the sea

Marine

[NOUN]

a member of one of the armed forces who can engage in operations taking place both on land and at sea, particularly a member of Royal Marines or United States Marine Corps

a member of the United States Marine Corps

synonyms : devil dog

leatherneck

shipboard soldier

Examples

1. Certain species of fucoid algae serve as habitats for small marine creatures.

2. Whales are incredible marine animals that migrate long distances.

3. The professor is researching the impact of climate change on marine life.

4. She gave a presentation about her research in marine biology.