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Definition of landlocked

landlocked

/ˈlænd.lɑːkt/
land · locked
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• adjective

1

Almost or entirely surrounded by land, having no coastline or direct access to the open sea (especially of a country, region, or body of water).

Example

"Because Switzerland is a landlocked country, it relies heavily on rail and road networks for international trade."

2

Confined to freshwater and cut off from the ocean by a geographical barrier (of fish that normally migrate between fresh and salt water).

Example

"The large reservoir supports a thriving population of landlocked salmon that complete their entire life cycle in freshwater."

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• Nearby Words

landlady
landless
landline
landlocked
landlord
landlubber
landmark

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 17th century as a nautical term describing a harbor or vessel sheltered by surrounding land, the word is a compound of theOld English roots 'land' and 'loc' (enclosure).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Landlocked. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/landlocked
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