CEFR C2

littoral

adjective

Meaning

Located on or near the shore of a sea, lake, or ocean.

Examples

The littoral region of the lake supports a diverse array of aquatic plants.
Marine biologists are studying the impact of rising sea levels on littoral ecosystems.

Synonyms: coastal, shoreline, seaside, riparian

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littoral (C2)

adjective

Pronunciation: ˈlɪtərəl

Definition

Located on or near the shore of a sea, lake, or ocean.

Examples

The littoral region of the lake supports a diverse array of aquatic plants.
Marine biologists are studying the impact of rising sea levels on littoral ecosystems.
Many species of shorebirds rely on the littoral strip for their daily foraging.

How to Use littoral

littoral zone (collocation): The specific area of a lake or sea near the shore. — "Many organisms thrive specifically in the littoral zone."

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