oceandeity
nounUK /ˈəʊʃən ˈdeɪɪti/
US /ˈoʊʃən ˈdeɪəti/
A powerful god or spirit that lives in the sea.
The sailors prayed to the oceandeity for a safe trip home.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A made-up character in stories who rules the waves.
In the tale, the oceandeity sent a giant wave to protect the island.
3. Something that seems as powerful and endless as the sea.
To the small boat, the storm felt like an angry oceandeity.
4. A figure people worship for help with fishing or sailing.
The village built a small shrine for their oceandeity.