Definition

Proper noun: * The Ionian Sea: A major body of water, specifically an arm of the Mediterranean Sea, located between the western coast of Greece and the southern coast of Italy (including the island of Sicily).

Usage

The term "Ionian Sea" is used as a proper noun to name this specific geographical feature. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the." * The Ionian Sea is known for its deep blue waters and rich history. * Our ferry will cross the Ionian Sea from Patras, Greece, to Brindisi, Italy. * The battle took place in the Ionian Sea.

Advanced Usage

• Descriptive Use: The name can be used attributively to describe things related to the sea.
  • Ionian Sea coastline
  • Ionian Sea maritime routes

Variants and Related Words

• Ionian (adjective): Of or relating to the Ionian Sea or the historic region of Ionia.
  • The Ionian Islands are located in the Ionian Sea.

Different Meanings

As a proper noun naming a specific sea, "Ionian Sea" does not have multiple dictionary meanings. Its reference is fixed to the geographical entity.

Synonyms

• (None as a proper noun for a unique geographical feature. Can be described peripherally as) .

Idioms

• (No common idioms incorporate the specific term "Ionian Sea.")

Phrasal Verbs

• (Not applicable, as "Ionian Sea" is a noun phrase, not a verb.)

Noun

1. an arm of the Mediterranean Sea between western Greece and southern Italy