open water
The term "open water" describes large, unobstructed expanses of natural water bodies, often used in contexts like navigation, swimming, and ice coverage.
Definition
B2Geography
(general)A large expanse of an ocean, sea, or lake that is far from the shore and free of islands or obstructions.
Example
- Sailing in open water requires careful navigation and awareness of weather conditions.
B2Navigation
(technical)An area of a river, pond, or small body of water that is free from aquatic vegetation and obstacles, suitable for navigation or swimming.
Example
- The boat moved smoothly through the open water, avoiding any submerged rocks.
C1Ice Coverage
(regional)A part of an ocean, sea, lake, or river that is not covered by ice, commonly referenced in regions with cold climates.
Example
- The researchers measured the thickness of the ice and identified areas of open water.
B2Sports
(specific)Swimming that takes place in natural bodies of water like lakes, rivers, or oceans, rather than in a pool.
Example
- She trained extensively for the open water swimming portion of the triathlon.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "open water":
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