Meaning Of The Word Barrier reef

Real Dictionary

What's the definition of Barrier reef? Find Barrier reef meanings, definitions and more at the Real Dictionary online.

Barrier reef Meaning

Barrier reef Definition
Barrier reef Definition

What's The Definition Of Barrier reef?

barrier reef in American English
a long coral reef that is parallel to the shoreline, separated from the shore by a deep, wide lagoon
noun: a reef of coral running roughly parallel to the shore and separated from it by a wide, deep lagoon

barrier reef in British English
noun: a long narrow coral reef near and lying parallel to the shore, separated from it by deep water

More Definitions

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Definitions Of The Day

  • Latiseptate ‐ adjective: having broad…
  • Love set ‐ a set in which the loser wins no games; noun:…
  • Beyond one's depth ‐ in water deeper than…
  • Componentry ‐ noun: the components of a machine, vehicle, electronic…
  • Foodism ‐ noun: enthusiasm for and interest in the preparation…
  • -chroic ‐ combining form
  • Smelly ‐ having an unpleasant smell; adjective: emitting…
  • Cabezon ‐ the largest fish (Scorpaenichthys marmoratus)…
  • Low technology ‐ noun: any technology utilizing equipment and production…
  • Show pony ‐ noun: a person who tries to be the centre of attention…