coral reef
coral reef
Definition
coral reef
noun
a reef in relatively shallow, tropical seas composed chiefly of the skeletons of coral
coral reef
Usage Examples
Possessives
- world: By 1997 27 % of the world's coral reefs had been lost.
Converse of object
- fringe: The Island has a fringing coral reef with the best snorkeling and diving at Catseye Beach.
- surround: Additionally, most of the islands are made up of surrounding coral reefs and lagoons, just superb for snorkeling and diving activities.
- protect: A proposed Lord Howe Island Marine Reserve: Protecting the southernmost coral reef in the World.
- damage: There is some good diving on the somewhat damaged coral reef of the Mombasa Marine National Park, off the Nyali headland.
- see: You can also see the coral reef just out from the beach which saves going on organized ' cruises ' .
- have: Renowned for having the most exquisite coral reefs in the world and a refuge to rare marine life.
Converse of subject
- surround: The island is surrounded by colorful coral reefs, hence the name Coral Island.
- protect: Beach A long stretch of soft white sand protected by an offshore coral reef, which disappears at high tide.
Adjective modifier
- pristine: A new unspoiled destination with pristine coral reefs close to the shore, perfect for a relaxing break.
- colorful: The island is surrounded by colorful coral reefs, hence the name Coral Island.
- spectacular: The centerpiece of the aquarium is the spectacular coral reef housed within a giant ocean display.
- tropical: Kids will love the blaze of color of the tropical coral reef or watching otters slide in and out of the water.
- offshore: Beach A long stretch of soft white sand protected by an offshore coral reef, which disappears at high tide.
- stunning: My guide - Itay - escorted me around stunning coral reefs teeming with tropical fish that glimmered brightly in the clear blue water.
Preposition: in
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