seoi2 wik6水域
Jyutpingseoi2 wik6
Yaleséui wihk
Definition
Waters; the water territory of a geographical or political entity.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the legal or administrative jurisdiction over a body of water rather than just the water itself. It is almost exclusively used in formal, legal, or geographical contexts like news reports or government documents. You will rarely hear it in casual conversation unless discussing maritime borders or environmental regulations.
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This place belongs to Hong Kong waters.
Are they fishing at the water territory boundary?
Related words
Common phrases
Hong Kong waters
extent of water territory
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Grammar guides
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