C1adjectiveformaltransportbusiness
US/ˈmer.ə.taɪm/
UK/ˈmær.ɪ.taɪm/
connected with the sea, ships or sea travel and trade
In context
Maritime trade has connected Asia and Europe for centuries.
The country is building a new maritime museum near the port.
Maritime law decides who is responsible when ships collide.
Words that go with maritime
adjective + noun
- maritime tradeMaritime trade accounts for most of the global shipping.
- maritime lawMaritime law covers accidents at sea.
- maritime industryThe maritime industry employs thousands of sailors.
- maritime transportMaritime transport is cheaper than air freight.
- maritime borderThe two countries disagree about their maritime border.
- maritime historyThe museum tells the maritime history of the port.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
maritime animalsCorrect: marine animals