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fringing reef
noun
a coral reef close to and along the land.
Origin:
1835–45
1835–45
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World English Dictionary
| fringing reef | |
| —n | |
| a coral reef close to the shore to which it is attached, having a steep seaward edge | |
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fringing reef  (frĭn'jĭng) Pronunciation Key
A coral reef formed close to the shoreline of an island or continent. Fringing reefs usually have a rough, tablelike surface that is exposed during low tide and a steep edge sloping toward the open water. Compare atoll, barrier reef. |
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