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estuarine

/ˌɛstjuːˈɛəriːn/ adjective · British & US
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What does estuarine mean?

adjective

Relating to or characteristic of an estuary, a partially enclosed coastal body of water, where freshwater from rivers and streams mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

Example

"The estuarine ecosystem is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species."

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