open sea
The 'open sea' refers to the vast, unobstructed areas of the ocean far from land and beyond territorial waters, often governed by international maritime law.
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Definition
B2Geography
(general)The part of the ocean far from land and not enclosed by coastlines or islands.
Example
- Whales are often spotted in the open sea, far from the coast.
C1Maritime Law
(technical)The ocean area outside the territorial waters of any country, governed by international law.
Example
- Fishing regulations in the open sea are subject to international agreements.
C1Oceanography
(academic)The deep, unobstructed waters beyond the edge of the continental shelf.
Example
- Researchers conducted a study on marine life in the open sea.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "open sea":
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