the seabed

noun

: the ground that is at the bottom of the sea

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These systems allow the robot to plan routes autonomously, maintain precise positioning, and adapt to changing underground conditions while drilling beneath the seabed. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 16 Jan. 2026 At a depth of close to 50m but clearly visible to divers in the blue Antalyan sea was the ship’s cargo, scattered across the seabed. Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026 Harvesting critical minerals from the seabed could help meet demand at a time when China controls much of the global critical mineral supply. Hossain Ahmed Taufiq, The Conversation, 15 Jan. 2026 The circles are visible from above the water, even though they're built on the seabed at depths of between 10 m (33 ft) and 30 m (66 ft). New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the seabed

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“The seabed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20seabed. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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