The coral reef
Example: Coral reef supports marine life and protects coastal areas
Definition
"The coral reef" refers to a diverse underwater ecosystem formed by colonies of tiny marine animals called corals. These structures provide habitat and shelter for many marine species and play a critical role in protecting coastal areas from erosion and storms.
Etymology
The term "the coral reef" comes from the word 'coral,' which originates from the Latin 'corallium,' derived from the Greek 'korallion,' meaning a type of precious red sea substance. 'Reef' comes from the Old English 'rēf,' meaning a ridge of rocks or sand near the water's surface. Together, they describe underwater ridges made of coral.
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"The coral reef" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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