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marina

noun

Definition of marina

as in dock

an area of water where privately owned boats (such as yachts) are kept Most locals kept their boats docked at the marina.

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Recent Examples of marina The hotel has a private marina on the banks of the namesake river—expect glamorous sunset sailings in classic Lowcountry style. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026 Korpela said the shortage of marina slips has worsened in recent years as more people have purchased boats without a corresponding increase in dockage. — Miami Herald, 6 July 2026 Other highlights include a Guerlain spa, a pool, and a marina. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 July 2026 Be sure to check the rules and regulations to ensure that the marina allows public fishing, as some do not. — Kristine Fischer, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for marina

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In the heat of summer, large bluegills love to hang in the cool shade below docks.

— Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 9 July 2026
The six-bedroom, 6,361-square-foot Bay Point property features a private dock, rooftop terrace, infinity pool and 400-bottle wine cellar.

— Jeff Kleinman, Miami Herald, 8 July 2026

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The largest port in Europe stretches 24 strategic miles, from the historic flat-bottom barges in the city’s old inner harbor to the dunes and white windmills of the North Sea coast.

— Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 6 July 2026
Those wanting to be steps from the town's pulse should look to Hôtel de Paris, which is just a two-minute walk from the harbor and steps from the postcard-worthy Chanel storefront.

— Karli Poliziani, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026

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