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Definition of navy

navy

/ˈneɪ.vi/
na · vy
Plural:navies
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Adjective:naval
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• noun

1

The branch of a nation's armed services that conducts military operations at sea, including its ships, vessels, personnel, and shore establishments.

Example

"After graduating from college, she served for six years as an engineer in the navy."

2

A very dark shade of blue, originally associated with the uniforms worn by British naval officers.

Example

"The school uniform consists of a pleated skirt or trousers in classic navy."

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• adjective

1

Having a very dark blue color.

Example

"He wore a crisp white shirt paired with a navy blazer for the interview."

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• Nearby Words

navigational
navigationally
navigator
navy
navy bean
navy beans
nay

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French 'navie' (meaning 'fleet of ships'), which derives from Popular Latin 'navia', from Classical Latin 'navis' ('ship'). The color sense arose in the mid-19th century in reference to the dark blue uniforms worn by officers of the British Royal Navy.

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