Landlocked

usgb/ˈlændlɑːkt/
adjective

A place that is landlocked has no sea around it.

Austria and Switzerland are both landlocked countries.
Visual representation of "landlocked" - A place that is landlocked has no sea around it

Often appears as...

  • landlocked country
  • landlocked state
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No Water Access

The term 'landlocked' emphasizes the absence of direct access to oceans or seas.

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Being a landlocked nation, Bolivia has no navy.
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Trade Challenges

Landlocked areas may face difficulties in trade due to lack of ports.

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Landlocked countries often negotiate trade routes through neighboring nations.
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Geographical Use

Frequently used in geography, 'landlocked' helps describe a location's features.

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Mongolia is the world's largest landlocked country by area.
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