English Expression · Advanced
high seas
The open ocean far from land, especially waters outside any country's territorial control
Pronunciation: /ˌhaɪ ˈsiːz/
Meaning
The open ocean far from land, especially waters outside any country's territorial control.
Example
After leaving the coast behind, the vessel continued across the high seas.
After leaving the coast behind, the vessel continued across the high seas.
Practice tips
- Practice high seas out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.