Definition

Proper noun: * A marginal sea of the Arctic Ocean: The Kara Sea is a body of water located north of Siberia, Russia, and east of the Barents Sea. It is known for being covered in ice for the majority of the year.

Usage

The term "Kara Sea" is used as a specific geographical name to refer to this part of the Arctic Ocean. * The Kara Sea is a significant region for studying Arctic climate change. * Several major Siberian rivers, like the Ob and Yenisei, flow into the Kara Sea.

Advanced Usage

• In historical/exploration context: The sea is often mentioned in the context of the Northern Sea Route and Arctic exploration.
  • Early navigators faced extreme challenges crossing the icebound Kara Sea.

Variants and Related Words

• Kara Sea coast (noun phrase): The shoreline bordering the Kara Sea.
  • The Kara Sea coast is sparsely populated.

Synonyms

• Arctic sea (general term)
• Marginal sea (general term)

Noun

1. part of the Arctic Ocean to the north of Siberia and to the east of the Barents Sea; icebound most of the year