Shoaly (Adjective)
Meaning
Full of submerged reefs or sandbanks or shoals; "reefy shallows"; "shoaly waters".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The captain carefully navigated the shoaly waters to avoid damaging the ship's hull.
- The island's shoaly coastline made it a treacherous place for swimmers and sailors alike.
- Divers should be aware of the shoaly conditions in this area to avoid getting stuck or injured.
- The shoaly estuary was home to a diverse array of marine life, including fish, birds, and plants.
- The ship ran aground on a shoaly reef, causing significant damage to its propeller and hull.