1. A country or state that has significant dependence on or involvement with the sea, including naval power, shipping, fishing, and coastal trade
Portugal is a maritime nation with a long history of seafaring and naval exploration.
Portugal é uma nação marítima com uma longa história de navegação e exploração naval.
2. A nation whose economy, defense, or culture is substantially connected to maritime activities
Britain became a powerful maritime nation during the age of exploration.
A Grã-Bretanha tornou-se uma poderosa nação marítima durante a era da exploração.