B2nounnaturetravel
US/ləˈɡuːn/
UK/ləˈɡuːn/
a shallow area of sea water that is almost separated from the open sea by sand or coral
In context
We swam in a calm blue lagoon behind the coral reef.
The island has a lagoon that is full of tropical fish.
Rising sea levels could flood the lagoon and the villages around it.
Words that go with lagoon
adjective + noun
- coastal lagoonA coastal lagoon is home to rare birds.
- tropical lagoonWe stayed in a hotel beside a tropical lagoon.
- calm lagoonThe calm lagoon is safe for children.
noun + noun
- lagoon and reefThe lagoon and reef attract thousands of tourists.
verb + preposition
- swim in a lagoonVisitors can swim in the lagoon all year.