aqua

noun

1
plural aquae ˈä-ˌkwī How to pronounce aqua (audio)
also
ˈa-(ˌ)kwē How to pronounce aqua (audio)
: water
especially : water sense 5a(2)
2
plural aquas : a light greenish-blue color

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MacKay has picked up on the tones too—citing metallic hues of eyeliner: Think aqua, Atlantic blue, and emerald. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 May 2025 Despite reports that the Dolphins and Ramsey mutually agreed to seek a trade, the seven-time Pro Bowl cornerback still is in the aqua and orange. C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 5 May 2025 As temperatures rise and meals can be enjoyed outside, opt for something shatterproof to serve on, like these melamine dining plates in a bright turquoise and aqua blue color combo. Ali Faccenda, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025 There are also two floodlit tennis courts, and fitness classes for things like yoga and aqua aerobics. Nicole Brewer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for aqua

Word History

Etymology

Latin — more at island

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of aqua was in the 14th century

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“Aqua.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aqua. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

aqua

noun
: a light greenish blue

Medical Definition

aqua

noun
plural aquae ˈak-(ˌ)wē How to pronounce aqua (audio) ˈäk-ˌwī How to pronounce aqua (audio) or aquas
: water
especially : an aqueous solution

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