nonmarine

/ˈnɑnˌmeɪrɪn, ˌnɒnˈmeɪrɪn/

Definitions

1. adjective

not found in or related to rivers, lakes, or the sea; especially not of freshwater or marine origin.

“The geologist studied nonmarine sediments to understand the region’s geological history.”

2. noun

organisms that live on land, as opposed to aquatic organisms.

“The study of nonmarine invertebrates revealed a diverse array of species.”

Synonyms

  • freshwater
  • land-based
  • terrestrial

Antonyms

  • aquatic
  • marine