Naval

//ˈneɪvəl// adj, name

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Definitions

Adjective

1
Of or relating to a navy. not-comparable
"Conditions were horrendous aboard most British naval vessels at the time. Scurvy and other diseases ran rampant, killing more seamen each year than all other causes combined, including combat."
2
Of or relating to ships in general. not-comparable
"naval architect"

Adjective

1
connected with or belonging to or used in a navy wordnet

Proper Noun

1
A surname
2
A municipality, the capital of Biliran, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.

Synonyms

marine maritime military nautical navigational oceanic

Example

"He has received a commission as a naval officer."

Etymology

From Middle English naval, from Middle French naval, from Latin nāvālis; equivalent to navy + -al.

Related phrases

naval architect naval base naval brigade naval crown naval engineer naval infantry naval mine naval officer naval science naval stores naval crown

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