marine
UK: məˈriːn | US: məˈriːn
adj. relating to the sea or ocean
n. a soldier trained for service at sea
n. the ships or fleet of a country
marine = mar<sea> + ine<adjective suffix>
- mar (from Latin mare, meaning "sea")
- ine (a suffix forming adjectives, often indicating "pertaining to" or "of the nature of")
Etymology Origin:
The word marine traces back to Latin marinus, derived from mare (sea). It entered English via Old French marin in the 15th century, retaining its core association with the sea. The suffix -ine (from Latin -inus) solidifies its adjectival role, describing anything connected to maritime environments. The term later expanded to include naval military contexts (e.g., "Marine Corps"), reflecting its enduring link to seafaring.
The marine ecosystem is highly sensitive to pollution.
He served as a marine during the war.
The country's marine includes advanced warships.
Marine biology focuses on ocean life.
The painting depicted a serene marine landscape.