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landlocked

1 antonym for landlocked — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adjective — Enclosed by land on every side, with no coastline or access to the sea.

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How to use landlocked

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landlocked country landlocked nation landlocked parcel completely landlocked

The real estate sense is a specialised US usage rather than everyday speech.

Etymology

Formed within English from land and locked, describing something shut in by land on all sides.

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Frequently asked questions

What does landlocked mean?
It describes a country or area that has no border on the sea because land surrounds it on every side.
Can a piece of land be landlocked?
Yes, in real estate a landlocked parcel is one boxed in by other properties with no direct access to a public road.
Is Switzerland a landlocked country?
Yes, Switzerland has no sea coast and is enclosed entirely by neighbouring countries.

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