Oceanic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌəʊʃiˈænɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Oceanic is an adjective meaning Of or relating to the ocean.
Meaning
Of or relating to the ocean.
More Meanings
- Living in, produced by, or frequenting the ocean.
- Resembling an ocean in vastness or extent.
- Having a climate that has a relatively small difference in temperature between the warmest and coldest times of the year, and relatively high rainfall
Example Sentences
Nevertheless, the capacity of fleshy fruits to be dispersed by oceanic currents (resulting from their floatability and viability after prolonged exposure to saltwater) cannot be evaluated without empirical experimentation [3 ,7 ,10 ,16 ].
Synonyms for oceanic
Depending on context, synonyms include limitless, pelagic, unlimited.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sea, pelagic, limitless, unlimited, oceanology, oceanographic.
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