mare liberum
noun
Simple meaning
The concept of freedom of the seas.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
mehrleebuhruhmSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈmɛɹlibɛɹəm
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
The concept of freedom of the seas.
international lawfree sea
A navigable body of water to which all nations have equal access
international law
A body of water within the open sea to which all countries have access.
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: The concept of freedom of the seas.
Used this way, mare liberum is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Slightly positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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