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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

  • world: Off the coast of Santa Lucia is said to be the second biggest coral reef in the world.
  • region: It is shocking to realize that coral reefs in every major tropical region of the world bleached white from pollution during the 1980's.

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