岩礁
Meanings
1
reef; rocky reef
Refers to a submerged or partially exposed ridge of rock in the sea, often a navigational hazard.
The ship ran aground on a reef.
Many reefs are scattered in this sea area.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉が岩礁に乗り上げるfor a ship to run aground on a reef
The ship ran aground on a reef and couldn't move.
- 岩礁にぶつかるto crash into a reef
The ship crashed into a reef during the night voyage.