marine

[/məˈriːn/]

adjective/nounN/A (adjective); masculine (noun)pl: marines (noun)

marinho/marinha

1. relating to or found in the sea

Marine life is diverse and fascinating.

A vida marinha é diversa e fascinante.

2. relating to ships or seafaring

The marine industry is crucial for international trade.

A indústria marinha é crucial para o comércio internacional.

3. a soldier trained to fight on land and sea

He enlisted as a marine in the military.

Ele se alistou como marinheiro na marinha.

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General Brazilian

marinho/marinha

standard usage for adjective; 'fuzileiro naval' for marine soldier

Portugal

marinho/marinha

standard usage; 'fuzileiro' or 'soldado da marinha' for marine soldier

marine sanctuary - area protected for marine life conservation

tell it to the marines - dismiss something as unbelievable

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