mediterranean
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.the large sea between southern Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia.
n.the Mediterranean Sea; a large inland branch of the Atlantic Ocean bounded by Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Simple“We spent two weeks sailing across the Mediterranean last summer.”
In context“The Mediterranean has served as a vital maritime crossroads for millennia, facilitating trade and cultural exchange between diverse civilisations.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.the countries and land surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.
n.the geographical and cultural region comprising the countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea.
Simple“Many people in the Mediterranean live a very healthy lifestyle.”
In context“Economic cooperation across the Mediterranean remains a primary focus for European Union foreign policy initiatives.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
n.a style of cooking that uses ingredients like olive oil, vegetables, and fish.
n.Mediterranean cuisine; a culinary style originating from the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.
Simple“I really love Mediterranean, especially the fresh salads and grilled fish.”
In context“The restaurant specialises in authentic Mediterranean, sourcing its olive oil and spices directly from small producers in Greece and Italy.”
- 04 A2 Elementary
adj.relating to the Mediterranean Sea or the countries around it.
adj.pertaining to the Mediterranean Sea, its surrounding lands, or its characteristic climate and culture.
Simple“The hotel has a beautiful Mediterranean garden with olive and lemon trees.”
In context“The region is famous for its Mediterranean climate, characterised by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.”
Borrowed from Latin mediterrāneus, inland, from medius (“middle”) + terra (“earth, land”) + -āneus (adjectival suffix).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.