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ocean

/oʊˈshiːən/ noun · British & US
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What does ocean mean?

noun

A vast body of saltwater that covers a significant portion of the Earth's surface, often connected to the sea and forming part of the global ocean system. It is the largest of the Earth's five oceans, covering over 70% of the planet's surface.

Example

"The vast expanse of the ocean stretched out before us as we stood on the shore."

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