naval

adjective

na·​val ˈnā-vəl 

1

obsolete : of or relating to ships or shipping

2

a

: of or relating to a navy

b

: consisting of or involving warships

Examples of naval in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Details on the humanoid robot As part of the initial deal, Generative Bionics will develop the robot to support specific welding activities in naval manufacturing. —Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Feb. 2026

The naval base is known for the torture and inhumane treatment of men suspected of terrorism in the wake of 9/11. —Amy Maxmen, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026

Autonomous robotic submarines are very much in fashion as naval planners work on future strategies in which underwater drones play a key part in patrolling and monitoring the world's oceans. —David Szondy february 09, New Atlas, 9 Feb. 2026

Iranian officials said the ships were identified through intelligence monitoring and seized during coordinated naval operations in the Persian Gulf, a vital artery for global energy markets. —Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin navalis, from navis ship

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing naval

• chief of naval operations
• naval architect
• naval stores

Rhymes for naval

• navel
• primaeval

Kids Definition

naval

adjective

na·​val ˈnā-vəl 

: of or relating to a navy or warships