coral reef

noun

: a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water

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Over the last few decades, coral reefs in Florida and across much of the Caribbean have lost an enormous amount of their large, adult coral colonies that can spawn. Benji Jones, Vox, 4 Feb. 2025 Researchers also hope the protection will ultimately help make the atolls’ coral reefs more resilient in the face of threats like climate change and disease. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 Jan. 2025 The countless coral reefs across the country play host to all sorts of fascinating marine life, with no shortage of dazzling fish and reptiles thriving from Ihavandhippolhu Atoll to Addu Atoll. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 The snorkeling is amazing too, as the water is clear, the coral reefs are close to shore and packed with colorful fish, and the area hosts more than 950 species of fish. Graham Averill, Outside Online, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for coral reef 

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coral reef

noun
: a reef made up of corals, other organic substances, and limestone

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