sea level

noun

Meaning

The average height of the ocean's surface, used as a standard reference point for measuring the elevation of land or the altitude of aircraft.

Examples

The mountain peak stands over 4,000 meters above sea level.
Global warming is causing the average sea level to rise steadily each year.

Synonyms: tide, elevation, altitude, datum

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sea level

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsiː ˌlev.əl/

Definition

The average height of the ocean's surface, used as a standard reference point for measuring the elevation of land or the altitude of aircraft.

Examples

The mountain peak stands over 4,000 meters above sea level.
Global warming is causing the average sea level to rise steadily each year.
The small village is located slightly below sea level, protected by a system of dikes.

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