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Barrier island
A long, usually narrow accumulation of sand, that is separated from the mainland by open water (lagoons, bays, and estuaries) or by salt marshes.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Natural environment
- Category: Coral reefs
- Organization: NOAA
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