litoraneo
coastal
adjective lee-toh-RAH-neh-oh Rare
Origin: From Latin litoraneus, from litus (shore).
Usage Note
Litoraneo describes anything pertaining to the coast or shoreline — strada litoranea (coastal road), zona litoranea (coastal zone). It is used almost exclusively as an adjective. The related noun for the coastline itself is il litorale.
Examples
"La strada litoranea offriva una vista mozzafiato."
Natural Translation
The coastal road offered a breathtaking view.
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