Meaning of maritime in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈmɛrəˌtaɪm/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   maritime

   Definitions

   1. bordering on or living or characteristic of those near the sea

   Examples

   • « a maritime province »
   • « maritime farmers »
   • « maritime cultures »

   Synonyms

   • coastal

2. Qualitative Adjective

   maritime

   Etymology

   mid 16th century: from Latin maritimus, from mare‘sea’

   Definitions

   1. relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen

   Examples

   • « nautical charts »
   • « maritime law »
   • « marine insurance »