# marina

/mɝˈinə/ (US) · /məɹˈiːnɐ/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/marina
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Senses

### 1. a boat harbour

noun · CEFR B2

a harbour for small boats and yachts, where people can park their boats and find services like fuel or food.

For teachers: a dock or basin providing secure moorings, supplies, and maintenance facilities for small pleasure craft and yachts.

- We walked along the marina to look at all the expensive yachts.
- The local marina has expanded its capacity to accommodate the growing number of luxury catamarans visiting the coast during the summer months.

Usage: Usually used with the definite article 'the' when referring to a specific local facility.

## Examples

- We walked along the marina to look at the expensive yachts.
- The local marina offers seasonal slips for sailboats and a small shop for fishing supplies.
- The development project aims to transform the industrial waterfront into a luxury marina capable of hosting international sailing competitions and high-end tourism.

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