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rough water

 

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Noun rough water has 1 sense
  1. choppiness, roughness, rough water - used of the sea
    --1 is a kind of storminess

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Rough Water

Description:

Rough water refers to turbulent or choppy water in a body of water such as oceans, seas, or rivers. It is characterized by high waves, strong currents, and a rough surface.

Sample Sentences:

Noun - Sense 1 (Weather):

  • The storm created rough water that made it challenging for the sailors to navigate the open sea.
  • Surfers flock to the beach when there is rough water as it provides excellent waves for riding.

Noun - Sense 2 (Water Conditions):

  • The boat rocked violently in the rough water, causing some passengers to feel seasick.
  • Fishing in rough water can be dangerous, but it often yields a plentiful catch.

Adjective:

  • The sailors struggled to control their sailing boat in the rough water.
  • Our cruise ship encountered rough water, causing many passengers to stay in their cabins.

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