adjective
maritime
MAIR-ih-tyme/ˈmærɪtaɪm/
Relating to the sea.
The cargo ship and harbor buoy are part of the maritime scene.
Etymology
The pieces express close association with the sea. This covers both things physically near it and activities centered on it, such as shipping and navigation.
In context
… the cooperative maritime strategy we have the air sea battle concept
More examples
- Maritime trade connects ports around the world.
- She studies maritime law and advises shipping companies.
- The island's maritime climate keeps winters mild.
Similar words
- marine
- Often describes sea life and environments rather than shipping.
- nautical
- Specifically concerns ships, sailing, and navigation at sea.
- coastal
- Specifically concerns land along the shore, not the sea generally.