Seagoing Meaning in English
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Definition
Describes something (usually a ship or vessel) that is able to travel or operate on the sea, not just on rivers or lakes.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used as an adjective before nouns like 'vessel', 'ship', or 'voyage' (e.g., 'seagoing vessel'). Typically formal or technical; not used for people. 'Seafaring' refers to people, while 'seagoing' describes the ability of things to operate at sea.
Example Sentences
The ship is seagoing and can travel across oceans.
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Only seagoing vessels are allowed to leave the harbor during storms.
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They designed a new seagoing cargo ship.
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That old ferry isn’t seagoing—it was built for the river.
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All our navy’s new ships are fully seagoing and ready for long journeys.
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With its reinforced hull, this yacht is a true seagoing vessel.
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