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Meaning of Aegean
The primary meaning of the word "Aegean" refers to something related to or characteristic of the Aegean Sea.
Etymology of Aegean
The word "Aegean" originates from the Greek name "Αἰγαῖον" (Aigaion), which was derived from the name of the mythological figure Aegeus, a king of Athens.
Historically, the term "Aegean" has been used to describe the sea and the surrounding region since ancient times, with references found in the works of Greek and Roman authors.
Synonyms
Mediterranean
Greek
Turkish
Hellenic
Ionian
sea
ocean
marine
nautical
coastal
maritime
pelagic
aquatic
hydrophilic
thalassic
limnal
briny
salty
seaward
seafaring
oceanic
saltwater
brackish
estuarine
tidal
wave
surf
tide
current
gulf
bay
cove
inlet
strait
channel
waterway
shoreline
beach
coast
seaboard
littoral
marine
naval
seafaring
nautical
hydrographic
Definitions
- Relating to or denoting the Aegean Sea, an arm of the Mediterranean Sea located between the Greek mainland and the western coast of Turkey.
- * Relating to or denoting the region surrounding the Aegean Sea, including the islands and coastal areas of Greece and Turkey.
Usage Examples
- The Aegean Sea is a popular destination for cruise ships and sailing holidays.
- * The Aegean region is known for its rich cultural heritage, including ancient ruins and historical landmarks.
- * The Aegean Islands are a group of islands located in the Aegean Sea, including Lesbos, Chios, and Samos.
Antonyms
landlocked
inland
terrestrial
continental
non-marine
freshwater
limnetic
riverine
lacustrine
paludal
marshy
swampy
dry
arid
desert
non-coastal
non-maritime
non-naval