Synonyms for

Buoy

Verb / ˈbu:i: / Another word for buoy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A buoy is a floating object that is used to mark a specific location in a body of water.

Synonyms & similar words

buoyup marker float beacon signal indicator floatation drift

Example sentences

  1. The buoy bobbed up and down in the waves.
  2. We tied our boat to the buoy.
  3. The buoy helped guide the ship to safety.
  4. The buoy warned us of dangerous rocks.
  5. Fishermen use buoys to mark their fishing spots.

Quotes

  • A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • The calm before the storm is where you find true strength. - Unknown
  • The ocean is everything I want to be. Beautiful, mysterious, wild, and free. - Unknown

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