open sea

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˌoʊpən siː/

Definition

The part of the ocean that is far from land, where ships can sail freely.

Examples

• The fishing boat was caught in a storm far out in the open sea.

• Pirates once roamed the open sea, attacking merchant vessels.

• After weeks at sea, the sailors were eager to reach land, but for now, they were in the open sea.

How to Use open sea

in the open sea (prepositional phrase)

Located in the part of the ocean far from land. — "The ship was stranded in the open sea for three days."

sail the open sea (collocation)

To travel by ship on the ocean, away from land. — "Many adventurers dream of sailing the open sea."

Synonyms of open sea

Words with a similar meaning to open sea:

• ocean
• deep sea
• high seas

Antonyms of open sea

Words with the opposite meaning to open sea:

• coast
• territorial waters

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