ocean (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈoʊʃən/
Definition
A very large expanse of sea, in particular each of the five main divisions of the world's seas (the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Antarctic oceans).
Examples
The Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Scientists are studying the impact of climate change on the Pacific Ocean.
The Indian Ocean is known for its warm waters and diverse marine life.
How to Use ocean
- ocean of something (prepositional phrase)
- A very large amount of something. — "There was an ocean of paperwork to sort through."
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