marina

noun

ma·​ri·​na mə-ˈrē-nə 

: a dock or basin providing secure moorings for pleasure boats and often offering supply, repair, and other facilities

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Marina comes straight from Latin, where it means simply "of the sea". At a modern marina, sailors can acquire whatever they need for their next excursion, or they can tie up their boats until the next weekend comes along. Some even imitate John D. MacDonald's famous detective hero Travis McGee, who lives on his boat in Miami and rarely leaves the marina.

Examples of marina in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Guests can enjoy a waterfront infinity pool, marina, wellness spa and multiple dining venues near Joe Riley Waterfront Park. —Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026

He was last seen alive early Tuesday morning at Shoko, a nightclub on the beach next to the Port Olimpic marina, where authorities found his remains Thursday evening. —Michael Ruiz , Solly Boussidan, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026

Another feature that creates the yachting effect is the transverse marina. —Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026

Perched above the marina with stunning views, the neighborhood is quiet, secure, and perfect for morning hot-girl walks. —Latifah Al Hazza, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian & Spanish, seashore, from feminine of marino, adjective, marine, from Latin marinus

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for marina

• arena
• athena
• cantina
• carina
• carmina
• catena
• czarina
• domina
• equina
• farina
• galena
• glossina

Kids Definition

marina

noun

ma·​ri·​na mə-ˈrē-nə 

: a dock or basin providing a place to anchor motorboats and yachts

Geographical Definition

Marina

geographical name

Ma·​ri·​na mə-ˈrē-nə 

city on Monterey Bay in western California population 19,718