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marine protected area

[ muh-reen pruh-tek-tid air-ee-uh ]

noun

  1. a designated marine region officially managed for the long-term conservation of its natural resources, ecosystems, or cultural heritage and often facilitating such public services as recreation, research, and education. : MPA


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Word History and Origins

Origin of marine protected area1

Fitrst recorded in 2000–05

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