Definition
Definition of SEA - Reverso English Dictionary
Abbreviation
1.
abr: SeattleUS city in Washington known for tech and coffeeUS
- SEA is famous for its rainy weather.
2.
abr: Seattle–Tacoma International AirportTECH. code for Seattle–Tacoma International Airport in travelTECH.
- My flight lands at SEA at noon.
3.
abr: Southeast AsiaTECH. region in Asia including countries south of ChinaTECH.
- SEA is known for its tropical climate.
Acronym
1.
acr: Single European ActTECH. agreement to create a single European marketTECH.
- The SEA changed trade rules in Europe.
2.
acr: Strategic Environmental AssessmentTECH. process checking environmental effects of a planTECH.
- A SEA was required before building the highway.
3.
acr: Special Enrollment AgreementRare agreement allowing special enrollment in a program or serviceRare
- You need a SEA to join after the deadline.
4.
acr: State Education AgencyTECH. government office managing public schools in a stateTECH.
- The SEA sets standards for all schools in the state.
Origin of SEA
Old English sæ (sea)
Terms with SEA included in their meaning
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sea
edible flesh of aquatic animals used as food
geography
large natural stream of water flowing to a sea
geography
land next to the sea or ocean
sea creature
marine crustacean with a broad flat body and pincers
country
island country in the Caribbean Sea
marine life
edible fish found in rivers and sea
stillness
absence of motion or wind, especially in the sea or air
nature
steady flow of water in a river or sea
sea gear
swim underwater using special equipment
nature
the natural world including land, sea, and air
geography
large area of sea partially enclosed by land
transportation
send goods or cargo by sea, air, or land
sea
current or flow of water
waves sea
having short, sharp rises and falls
emergency boat
inflatable boat used in emergencies at sea
paint shades
deep blue to greenish-blue shade resembling sea water
into sea
away from the land into the sea
geography
near the shore of a sea or ocean
location
in a place that is not water or sea
sea life
marine mollusk with a rough shell containing edible flesh
sea life
hard red structure made by tiny animals, often used for jewelry
start journey
begin a journey by sea
sea path
planned course for a ship's journey
transportation
business that transports goods by sea
Examples of SEA in a sentence
I visited SEA last summer. We have a layover at SEA tonight. Baggage claim at SEA is on level one. Many tourists visit SEA each year. SEA has diverse cultures and cuisines. The SEA was signed in 1986.
SEA aimed to remove trade barriers. The city council initiated a SEA for the new park. A SEA highlighted risks to local wildlife. The SEA was approved for late applicants. She signed a SEA to enroll in the course. The SEA reviews district performance annually. Funding decisions are made by the SEA.
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- French:SEA, AUE, ...
- German:SEA, EWG-EA, ...
- Italian:SEA, VAS, ...
- Spanish:SEA, AUE, ...
- Portuguese:SEA, AUE, ...
- Chinese:西雅图, 单一欧洲法案, ...
- Japanese:シアトル, 単一欧州法, ...
- Arabic:سياتل, الاتفاقية الاوروبية الموحدة, ...
- Hebrew:סיאטל, הַמַּעֲשֶׂה הָאֵירוֹפִּי הָאַחִיד, ...
- Russian:Сиэтл, Единый европейский акт, ...
- Ukrainian:СІА, Однорідний європейський акт, ...
- Hindi:सिएटल, सिंगल यूरोपीय एक्ट, ...
Definition of sea - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
geographylarge body of salt water covering Earth's surface
- The ship sailed across the sea for days..
2.
wavesturbulent water with swells of considerable size
- The ship struggled against the rough sea.
3.
lakelarge inland area of water
- The Caspian Sea is the largest enclosed inland body of water.
4.
spaceTECH. large, dark plain of rock on the moonTECH.
- The Sea of Tranquility is a lunar mare.
5.
sailor's lifeDated the life or career of a sailorDated
- He spent his life following the sea.
Images of sea
large body of salt water covering Earth's surface
Expressions with sea
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confused or uncertain about what to do
He felt completely at sea with the new software..
ability to walk steadily on a moving ship
After a week on the cruise, she finally got her sea legs.
profound transformation or metamorphosis
The company underwent a sea change in its strategy.
feeling of relaxation from being near the sea
After a stressful week, I need some vitamin sea.
embark on a sea voyage or adventure
They planned to go to sea for the summer.
located on the open sea away from land
The sailors were out at sea for weeks.
seafood including fish and shellfish
The restaurant offers a platter of fruits of the sea.
other possible romantic partners or opportunities exist
Don't worry, there are more fish in the sea.
other romantic partners or significant others to pursue
Don't worry about him, there are other fish in the sea.
large crowd of people gathered together
The concert was packed with a sea of people.
confused or unsure about something
She felt all at sea during the math class.
without any idea or direction
After losing his job, he felt completely at sea about his future.
become used to the movement of a ship
It took me a day to find my sea legs.
adapt to a new situation or activity
He found his sea legs quickly in his new job.
become used to moving on a ship without feeling sick
It took me a day to get my sea legs.
confused or lacking direction
After the meeting, she felt lost at sea with the new project.
begin a journey by sea
The ship put to sea just as the sun rose..
large area of clouds seen from above
From the mountain, we saw a sea of clouds.
very large amount of money owed
After losing his job, he was in a sea of debt.
large area covered by fog resembling a sea
The hikers were surrounded by a sea of fog.
large area filled with red objects
The garden was a sea of red tulips.
there are worse situations than this
Don't worry about it, worse things happen at sea.
strong desire to be near the sea
He couldn't resist the call of the sea.
experienced sailor with many years at sea
The old sea dog shared tales of his adventures.
Origin of sea
Old English, sæ (sea)
Examples of sea in a sentence
The sea was calm and serene. Fishing boats stayed ashore in the heavy sea. A heavy sea tossed the ferry all night. The Dead Sea lies between Jordan and Israel. Several rivers flow into the Aral Sea. The rover crossed a sea of ancient lunar lava.
A dark sea fills much of the Moon's visible face. The sea called him back every time he tried to settle. Stories of the sea filled his childhood dreams.
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- French:mer, houle, ...
- German:Meer, schwere See, ...
- Italian:mare, mare grosso, ...
- Spanish:mar, mar gruesa, ...
- Portuguese:mar, mar grosso, ...
- Chinese:海洋, 惊涛骇浪, ...
- Japanese:海, 荒海, ...
- Arabic:بَحْر, بَحْر هائِج, ...
- Hebrew:יָם, יַם סוֹעֵר, ...
- Russian:море, бурное море, ...
- Ukrainian:море, бурхливе море, ...
- Hindi:समुद्र, उफनता समुद्र, ...
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