1
obsolete
: of or relating to ships or shipping
2
a
: of or relating to a navy
b
: consisting of or involving warships
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With the addition of naval drone attacks and strikes, Russian warships do not enter the northwestern part of the Black Sea over an area of almost 9,650 square miles, Neizhpapa said.
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While Norfolk might be known for its impressive naval machinery, its other claim to fame is far more delicate.
—Katie Strasberg Rousso, Southern Living, 5 July 2024
Featuring naval architecture and exterior design by Bill Dixon of Dixon Yacht Design, the Pearl 82 cuts a sporty profile with a sleek GRP hull and sculpted GRP superstructure.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 July 2024
The lone highway passes landmarks such as the Belle Chasse naval air base, Ben & Ben Becnel father-son sellers of produce, boat houses, furnished log cabins for rent and Vulcan Materials limestone sales.
—Ricky Carioti, Washington Post, 5 July 2024
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Fox News, 5 July 2024
The 15 Most Beautiful Coastal Towns In The South
Art And Culture
See a Stunning Collection of Glass
While Norfolk might be known for its impressive naval machinery, its other claim to fame is far more delicate.
—Katie Strasberg Rousso, Southern Living, 5 July 2024
Featuring naval architecture and exterior design by Bill Dixon of Dixon Yacht Design, the Pearl 82 cuts a sporty profile with a sleek GRP hull and sculpted GRP superstructure.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 July 2024
The lone highway passes landmarks such as the Belle Chasse naval air base, Ben & Ben Becnel father-son sellers of produce, boat houses, furnished log cabins for rent and Vulcan Materials limestone sales.
—Ricky Carioti, Washington Post, 5 July 2024
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“Naval.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naval. Accessed 16 Jul. 2024.
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naval
adjective
na·val
ˈnā-vəl 
: of or relating to a navy or warships
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