Atoll
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈætɒl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Atoll is a noun meaning A type of island consisting of a ribbon reef that nearly or entirely surrounds a lagoon and supports, in most cases, one to many islets on the reef platform.
Meaning
A type of island consisting of a ribbon reef that nearly or entirely surrounds a lagoon and supports, in most cases, one to many islets on the reef platform.
Word Forms
- atolls
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include islet, island, isle, reef, bikini, coral.
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