The sea
Example: The sea looks calm in the morning light
Definition
"The sea" refers to the vast body of saltwater that covers a large part of the Earth's surface, typically smaller than an ocean, and is often connected to an ocean. It is a crucial part of the planet's ecosystem and geography.
Etymology
The term "the sea" originates from the Old English word 'sǣ,' which meant a large body of water. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old Norse 'sær' and Dutch 'zee.' Did you know the word has been used since ancient times to describe large bodies of saltwater?
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"The sea" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used words.
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