marine
ma
rine
ˈrin
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/məˈriːn/

Definition & Meaning of "marine"in English

marine
01

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

Examples
Marine mammals, such as dolphins and whales, are well-adapted to life in the ocean.
02

occurring in or characteristic of the sea

Examples
The tide carried in marine sediments.
03

relating to military personnel trained to serve on land and at sea

Examples
He enlisted in the Marine division last year.
04

relating to ships, shipping, navigation, or seamen

Examples
The marine insurance policy covers cargo lost at sea.
05

living in or native to the sea

Examples
Coral is a marine organism.
Marine
01

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

Examples
The marines were deployed to assist in disaster relief efforts after the hurricane.
02

a soldier trained to serve both on ships and on land

Examples
The marine was stationed on a naval vessel.
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