marlpit

/ˈmɑːrlpɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of coastal pool that forms at low tide, typically in a sandy area and containing seawater and marine organisms.

“The children were warned not to play in the marlpit, as the water was too deep and the tide was coming in.”

Synonyms

  • rockpool
  • tidepool

Antonyms

  • freshwater pool