atolls Definition
a ring-shaped coral reef, island, or series of islets.
Using atolls: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "atolls" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The Maldives is famous for its atolls.
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The atoll is home to a diverse range of marine life.
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The island nation is made up of 26 atolls.
Phrases with atolls
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The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest coral atoll.
an atoll formed by the submergence of a low-lying island, leaving a lagoon in the center
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The Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia is known for its lagoon atolls.
an atoll formed by the accumulation of carbonate sediments on top of a submerged volcanic island
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The Marshall Islands are an example of a carbonate atoll.
Origins of atolls
from Divehi 'atholhu'
Summary: atolls in Brief
'Atolls' [ˈætɒlz] are ring-shaped coral reefs, islands, or series of islets. They are commonly found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, with the Maldives being a famous example. Atolls can be formed by coral reefs, volcanic islands, or sediment accumulation, as seen in phrases like 'coral atoll,' 'lagoon atoll,' and 'carbonate atoll.'
