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Words Related to Body of Water

Definition:

Words related to body of water refer to vocabulary that is associated with the various features, characteristics, and activities related to large expanses of water on the Earth's surface.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: "lake", "ocean", "river"
• Verb: "swim", "sail", "dive"
• Adjective: "aquatic", "maritime", "nautical"
• Adverb: "deeply", "swiftly", "calmly"

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

Lake: A large inland body of fresh or saltwater surrounded by land.

Sample Sentence: The tourists enjoyed boating on the serene lake.

Ocean: A vast body of saltwater that covers most of the Earth's surface.

Sample Sentence: The shipwreck was discovered in the deep ocean.

River: A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel toward an ocean, sea, lake, or another river.

Sample Sentence: We enjoyed fishing by the peaceful river.

Verb:

Swim: To move through water by propelling oneself using the limbs or body.

Sample Sentence: He loves to swim in the crystal clear lake.

Sail: To travel in a boat with sails, especially as a sport or recreation.

Sample Sentence: They planned to sail across the calm ocean.

Dive: To plunge headfirst into water, typically from a diving board or platform.

Sample Sentence: The professional diver decided to dive in the Olympic-sized pool.

Adjective:

Aquatic: Relating to water or taking place in water.

Sample Sentence: The aquatic animals adapted to living in water environments.

Maritime: Relating to the sea, shipping, or navigation.

Sample Sentence: The maritime industry plays a vital role in international trade.

Nautical: Related to ships, sailors, or navigation on water.

Sample Sentence: The captain possessed extensive nautical knowledge.

Adverb:

Deeply: To a great depth; far down or in.

Sample Sentence: The submarine dived deeply into the ocean trench.

Swiftly: At great speed; quickly.

Sample Sentence: The canoe glided swiftly along the river's current.

Calmly: In a peaceful and relaxed manner.

Sample Sentence: She meditated calmly by the tranquil lake.