countersea

/ˈkaʊntərˌsiː/

Definitions

1. noun

a countersea is a theoretical or hypothetical body of water beneath the Earth’s surface, often associated with the concept of a subterranean ocean or aquifer.

“The geologist proposed the existence of a massive countersea beneath the desert, which could be a potential source of fresh water.”

Synonyms

  • subterranean ocean
  • underground aquifer

Antonyms

  • ocean
  • surface water