adriatic sea

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Noun adriatic sea has 1 sense

Adriatic, Adriatic Sea - an arm of the Mediterranean between Slovenia and Croatia and Montenegro and Albania on the east and Italy on the west
--₁ is a kind of sea
--₁ is a part of Mediterranean, Mediterranean Sea
--₁ has parts: Gulf of Venice

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Adriatic Sea

The Adriatic Sea is a body of water located between the Apennine Peninsula in Italy and the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. It stretches from the Strait of Otranto to the northwest and the Strait of Otranto to the northeast.

Noun

Sense 1: A body of water in the Mediterranean Sea, separating Italy from the Balkan Peninsula.

Sample Sentence: The Adriatic Sea is known for its stunning coastline and crystal-clear waters.

Adjective

Sense 1: Of or relating to the region surrounding the Adriatic Sea.

Sample Sentence: The Adriatic cuisine offers a delicious blend of Italian and Balkan flavors.

Proper Noun

Sense 1: Referring to the specific Adriatic Sea.

Sample Sentence: We took a boat trip across the Adriatic Sea during our vacation.