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la·goon
 lagoon
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a shallow body of salt water by the sea. A lagoon is separated from the sea by sandbars, coral reefs, or islands.
The lagoons near the ocean have many sea animals in them. |
| definition 2: |
a body of fresh water that connects to a larger lake or river.
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| related words: |
gulf |
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| derivation: |
lagoonal (adj.) |
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