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marine region

[məˈriːn ˈriːdʒən]
nounpl: marine regions
região marinha
1. An area of ocean or sea characterized by specific environmental, biological, or geographical features
The coral reef is located in a tropical marine region.
O recife de coral está localizado em uma região marinha tropical.
2. A designated oceanic zone for management, conservation, or research purposes
The Antarctic marine region is protected by international agreements.
A região marinha antártica é protegida por acordos internacionais.
Synonyms
ocean zonesea regionmarine zoneoceanic regionmaritime region
Antonyms
terrestrial regionland regionfreshwater region

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
região marinha
Standard usage in Brazil
Portugal
região marinha
Standard usage in Portugal
General
zona marinha
Alternative term used in both countries

Related Idioms & Phrases

marine protected area
exclusive economic zone
marine biodiversity hotspot
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