atoll

[US]/'ætɒl/
[UK]/'ætɔl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a ring-shaped coral island formed on or around a coral reef in the ocean.

Example Sentences

The atoll is a ring-shaped coral reef or a series of islets.

The atoll is a popular destination for snorkeling and diving.

The atoll is home to a diverse range of marine life.

The atoll's crystal-clear waters attract tourists from around the world.

The atoll is located in the middle of the ocean, far from any mainland.

The atoll's pristine beaches are perfect for sunbathing and relaxation.

Many species of birds nest on the atoll's sandy shores.

The atoll's unique ecosystem is fragile and requires protection.

Scientists study the atoll to better understand coral reef ecosystems.

Local communities rely on the atoll's resources for sustenance and livelihood.

Real-world Examples

We are coral atolls, and corals are dying.

Source: New York Times

And today, the closest I've come is visiting remote atolls in the western Indian Ocean.

Source: TED Talks (Video Edition) February 2016 Collection

They reckon that a turbine on such an atoll would run for about 75% of the time.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Lots of Pacific islands are atolls.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

We're back on the main atoll of Tarawa.

Source: Environment and Science

If you sail past an atoll, it's only a tree high.

Source: Humanity: The Story of All of Us

The nation consists of 33 such atolls spread out between Hawaii and Australia.

Source: Environment and Science

The people of Tarawa have already planted more than 50,000 mangroves on the beaches of the atoll.

Source: Environment and Science

The narrow Unprotected atolls in the South Pacific are on average only two metres above sea level.

Source: Environment and Science

An " atoll" (atoll) is a small island formed by a hard substance called coral.

Source: 2014 English Cafe

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