Mediterranean - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

SKIP TO CONTENT Mediterranean /mɛdɪtərˈeɪniɪn/ /mɛdɪtəˈreɪniən/ IPA guide

Other forms: Mediterraneans

Definitions of Mediterranean
  1. noun the largest inland sea; between Europe and Africa and Asia synonyms: Mediterranean Sea see moresee less example of: sea a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land types: mare nostrum (our sea) the Mediterranean to the ancient Romans
  2. adjective of or relating to or characteristic of or located near the Mediterranean Sea “Mediterranean countries”
Pronunciation US /mɛdɪtərˈeɪniɪn/ UK /mɛdɪtəˈreɪniən/ Cite this entry Style: MLA
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