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Definition
Buoy; a marker floating on the water's surface to guide vessels.
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How it's used
Primarily used in maritime contexts to refer to navigational aids that mark channels or hazards. While it functions as a noun for these physical markers, it is distinct from the term used for fishing floats, which are typically called 浮波.
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That buoy on the sea seems to have shifted its position.
Do you see a buoy in front?
Related words
Common phrases
maritime buoy
Common mistake
Avoid confusing this with 浮波, which specifically refers to the small floats attached to fishing lines rather than the large navigational markers found in harbors or open water.
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Grammar guides
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