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Definition of LAGOON
Lagoon Lagoon La*goon", n. [It. or Sp. laguna, L. lacuna ditch, pool,
pond, lacus lake. See Lake, and cf. Lacuna.] [Written
also lagune.]
1. A shallow sound, channel, pond, or lake, especially one
into which the sea flows; as, the lagoons of Venice.
2. A lake in a coral island, often occupying a large portion
of its area, and usually communicating with the sea. See
Atoll.
Lagoon island, a coral island consisting of a narrow reef
encircling a lagoon.