world Ocean
Meaning
The world ocean is the single, continuous body of salt water that covers most of Earth. It links the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic as one system. Scientists use the term to stress their deep connection.
Examples
1990 saw the start of the World Ocean Circulation Experiment (WOCE) which continued until 2002.
Coral World Ocean Park has announced it has received all necessary permits to allow construction to begin on its state-of-the-art, in-ocean dolphin habitat.
Yesterday’s symposium was held as part of a two-day (June 9-10) event organised by Oceanic Quest Sdn Bhd, Reef Check Brunei and Kaleidoscope Studio to celebrate this year’s World Ocean Day.
Data from the World Ocean Atlas 2009.
Though generally recognized as several 'separate' oceans, these waters comprise one global, interconnected body of salt water often referred to as the World Ocean or global ocean.