Communities

(n) //kəˈmjuːnətiz//

Meaning

Groups of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common

UK /kəˈmjuːnətiz/

US /kəˈmjuːnətiz/

[Cleanups] also bring communities together around a shared purpose.
Many coastal communities depend on coral reefs for food, as local fishermen catch fish that live near the reefs.
The ocean is the primary source of food for most island communities.
Ships carry food, medicine, and building materials across the water to communities that [cannot] grow or produce everything they need.
These platforms also allow people to find communities that share the same hobbies or goals.

Why Coral Reefs Need ProtectionCoral reefs cover less than one percent of the ocean floor, but they support about 25 percent of all marine life. These colorful underwater structures are some of the most important ecosystems on Eart...Read story
What Beach Cleanups Can Teach UsEvery year, millions of pieces of plastic wash up on beaches around the world. Beach [cleanups] are more than just picking up trash. They are powerful lessons about how humans affect the ocean. When v...Read story
Why Islands Depend on the OceanIslands are pieces of land completely surrounded by water, so the ocean shapes every part of island life. The ocean is the primary source of food for most island communities. Fishermen go out to sea e...Read story

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