blue water

noun

Synonyms of blue waternext
: the open sea
blue-water
ˈblü-ˌwȯ-tər How to pronounce blue water (audio)
-ˌwä-
adjective

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It's known for its exceptionally blue waters and the dusky pink clay rock formations that cocoon it. — Callie Thorpe, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 To the left and right are the high ramparts of Sleeping Bear Dunes, the distant wedge that is South Manitou Island and unbelievably blue water. — Mike Norton, Midwest Living, 26 Sep. 2026 In late September and early October, the forests turn gold, orange, and red, with the colors reflected in the deep blue waters of Lake Superior. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2026 Coron is a popular tourist destination known for clear blue waters, limestone cliffs and rock formations. — Aaron Favila, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blue water

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of blue water was in 1582

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“Blue water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blue%20water. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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