landwreck

/ˈlændˌrɛk/

Definitions

1. noun

A shipwreck that occurs when a ship runs aground on land, often due to navigational errors or other unforeseen circumstances.

“The landwreck of the cargo ship caused significant damage to the surrounding ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • maritime disaster
  • shipwreck

Antonyms

  • maritime recovery
  • ship salvage