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reefs Definition and Meaning in English (reefs definition)

noun
Synonyms:shoalssandbankscoral formations
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Reefs definition: Reefs are ridges of rock, sand, or coral, typically found near the surface of the sea, which can pose a hazard to navigation.

Definitions of Reefs

  1. 1noun

    Reefs are ridges of rock, sand, or coral, typically found near the surface of the sea, which can pose a hazard to navigation.

Example Sentences

casual

“The colorful coral reefs are home to diverse marine life.”

formal

“Many ships have been wrecked on hidden reefs.”

Synonyms

shoalssandbankscoral formations

Antonyms

deep seaocean depths

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nounreef
adjectivereefy

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Reefs definition: Reefs are ridges of rock, sand, or coral, typically found near the surface of the sea, which can pose a hazard to navigation.
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'Reefs' translates to 'reefs' in English. Reefs definition: Reefs are ridges of rock, sand, or coral, typically found near the surface of the sea, which can pose a hazard to navigation.
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