marinedeity
nounUK /məˈriːn ˈdeɪ.ɪ.ti/
US /məˈriːn ˈdeɪ.ə.ti/
A marine deity is a god or goddess who lives in or rules over the sea.
The sailors prayed to the marine deity for a safe journey across the ocean.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A mythical being believed to protect sailors and sea creatures.
Legends say the marine deity calms storms for kind fishermen.
3. A figure in stories that represents the power of the ocean.
In the tale, the marine deity punished those who polluted the waters.
4. A god or goddess worshipped by people who live near the sea.
The coastal village built a shrine for their marine deity.