Atoll Meaning in English
word
ˈæˌtɑɫ/, /ˈæˌtɔɫ/, /əˈtoʊɫ
AT-awl or uh-TOHL
ˈætɒl
AT-ol
Definition
A ring-shaped coral island or series of islets, surrounding a lagoon, usually found in warm ocean waters.
Usage & Nuances
'Atoll' is mainly used in geography and marine contexts. Commonly refers to coral formations in tropical oceans (like the Maldives). Not to be confused with 'island' (any land in water) or 'archipelago' (a group of islands).
Spanish: atolónPortuguese (BR): atolPortuguese (PT): atolChinese (Simplified): 环礁Chinese (Traditional): 環礁Hindi: अतोल (समुद्री द्वीप)Arabic: جزيرة حلقيةBengali: এটলRussian: атоллJapanese: 環礁Vietnamese: atolKorean: 환초Turkish: atolUrdu: اَٹولIndonesian: atol
Example Sentences
An atoll is a type of coral island.
basic
The atoll surrounds a blue lagoon.
basic
Many fish live near the atoll.
basic
Tourists love to snorkel around the atoll because the water is so clear.
natural
Maldives is famous for its beautiful atolls.
natural
Scientists study how atolls form over thousands of years.
natural