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

While that truce collapsed in July, the two sides have opted for asymmetric tactics over the resumption of direct attacks, with the United States maintaining a full naval blockade of Iranian ports. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026

The Nautilus was capable of remaining submerged for extended periods and traveling at unprecedented speeds, marking a significant advancement in naval technology. — USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026

Indeed, by the time al-Qaeda struck the United States again—a 2019 shooting at a Florida naval base that killed three and injured eight—the group was a shadow of its former self. — Daniel Benjamin, Foreign Affairs, 11 Sep. 2026

Tehran has no intention of backing down in the face of an American naval blockade and attacks on its oil tankers, said the official, who asked not to be identified discussing sensitive matters. — Arkansas Online, 10 Sep. 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

Kids Definition

naval

adjective

na·​val ˈnā-vəl 

: of or relating to a navy or warships