coral reef

noun

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: a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water

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Stay entertained with tennis, Zumba, and dance contests, while nearby cenotes, snorkeling, and the world’s second-largest coral reef add to the excitement. Sheryl Nance Nash, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026 Raja Ampat remains the global epicenter of marine biodiversity, with exceptionally vibrant coral reefs that host the highest number of aquatic species in the world, including endemic fish. Jasmine Ting, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026 Her sculptural hairstyle, done by Araxi Lindsey using Shea Moisture, was inspired by coral reef. Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026 Other after-dark nature tours include night snorkeling tours on Oahu’s North Shore that reveal the creatures of the coral reefs and other nocturnal denizens of the deep. Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coral reef

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“Coral reef.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coral%20reef. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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coral reef

noun
: a reef made up of corals, other organic substances, and limestone

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