Synonyms of blue-water

blue-water 1 of 2

adjective

as in oceanic

of, relating to, or occurring in the open sea

an experienced hand at blue-water sailing in the South Pacific

Synonyms & Similar Words

• oceanic
• deep-sea
• marine
• pelagic
• deepwater
• maritime
• nautical

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• littoral

blue water

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noun

as in high seas

Related Words

• high seas
• waters
• sea
• seven seas
• ocean
• blue
• main
• Neptune
• brine
• basin
• deep
• Davy Jones's locker
• depths

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of blue-water

Adjective

For now, the Type 004 is a clear sign of China’s push to become a real blue-water naval power. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026

The days when a seafaring nation could rely on a blue-water fleet of major combat ships numbering less than one or two hundred hulls is over. — David Szondy april 20, New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026

Noun

Just outside of town, Christmas Cove Beach is a local favorite—a beautiful, quiet stretch of white sand and blue water, with plenty of parking. — Stacy Conde, Midwest Living, 9 July 2026

With wraparound seating beneath both open sky and shaded canopy, guests can take in sweeping views from every angle—Key West’s colorful shoreline on one side, uninterrupted blue water on the other. — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026