Meaning of the word "inland sea" in English
What does "inland sea" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
inland sea
US /ˈɪnˌlænd siː/
UK /ˈɪnˌlænd siː/
Noun
a large body of salt water that is surrounded by land, often connected to an ocean by a narrow strait or formed by a former ocean basin
Example:
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The Caspian Sea is the world's largest inland sea.
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During the Mesozoic Era, much of North America was covered by a vast inland sea.