International Waters (Noun)
Meaning
The open seas of the world outside the territorial waters of any nation.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The cruise ship sailed through international waters for most of the trip, only briefly passing through territorial waters near ports of call.
- International waters are often used as a hideout by pirates and smugglers who prey on unsuspecting vessels.
- The cargo ship was attacked by a rival nation's naval forces while traveling through international waters, sparking a diplomatic incident.
- Marine biologists have declared a large area of international waters a protected sanctuary for coral reefs and other endangered marine life.
- The oil tanker was escorted by naval vessels through international waters to prevent hijacking by terrorists.