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Definition of naval

naval

/ˈneɪ.vəl/
na · val
Adverb:navally
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• adjective

1

Relating to, characteristic of, or belonging to a country's navy or warships.

Example

"The historic port city still maintains a large naval base and maritime museum."

2

Relating to ships, shipping, or navigation by sea in general.

Example

"She earned a degree in naval architecture and now designs commercial cargo vessels."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'naval' (an adjective relating to ships or a navy) with its homophone 'navel' (a noun meaning the belly button or a type of seedless orange).

• Rhymes for naval

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late Middle English period from Old French 'naval', from Latin 'navalis' (pertaining to a ship or ships), derived from 'navis' (ship).

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