maritime

/ˈmæɹ.ɪˌtaɪm/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Relating to or connected with the sea or its uses (as navigation, commerce, etc.).

Adjective

Examples

maritime law

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Bordering on the sea; living near the seacoast; coastal.

Adjective

Examples

the maritime states; a maritime people

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “maritime” mean?

Relating to or connected with the sea or its uses (as navigation, commerce, etc.).

Is “maritime” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.