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Definition of oceanic

oceanic

/ˌoʊʃiˈænɪk/
o · ce · an · ic
Adverb:oceanically
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1

Of, relating to, or occurring in the open ocean, especially the deep waters beyond the continental shelf.

Example

"Scientists studied the migratory patterns of oceanic birds across the southern hemisphere."

2

Resembling an ocean in vastness, depth, or boundless expanse.

Example

"The novel explores the protagonist's oceanic sense of solitude and wonder."

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• Rhymes for oceanic

• Nearby Words

ocean sunfish
oceanfront
oceangoing
oceanic
oceanic whitetip shark
oceanography
oceanologist

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'ocean' plus the suffix '-ic', or borrowed via Medieval Latin 'oceanicus' from Ancient Greek 'ōkeanikos', ultimately tracing back to Oceanus, the Titan personifying the great outer sea encircling the world.

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