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marine protected area
[ muh-reen pruh-tek-tid air-ee-uh ]
noun
- 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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