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navy

/ˈneɪvi/

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noun

Marine, marine nationale

A country's entire sea force, including ships and personnel.

Examples :

"The navy conducted drills in the harbor. "

La marine a mené des exercices dans le port.

military nautical nation government war

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noun

Marine, marine nationale

A governmental department in charge of a country's sea force.

Examples :

"The navy is responsible for protecting the country's coastal waters. "

La marine est responsable de la protection des eaux côtières du pays.

government nautical military nation war

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noun

Bleu marine

A dark blue colour, usually called navy blue.

Examples :

"My new jacket is a beautiful navy blue. "

Ma nouvelle veste est d'un beau bleu marine.

color nautical military

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adjective

Bleu marine

Having the dark blue colour of navy blue.

Examples :

"My new sweater is a navy blue, perfect for the fall. "

Mon nouveau pull est bleu marine, parfait pour l'automne.

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adjective

Naval, de la marine

Belonging to the navy; typical of the navy.

Examples :

"The navy uniforms were crisp and clean, reflecting the discipline of the military. "

Les uniformes de la marine étaient impeccables et propres, reflétant la discipline de l'armée.

military nautical war