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

This white dress from Ashley Graham photographs so well against blue water, terracotta rooftops, or a sunset. — Robin Raven, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026

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