Naval
/ˈneɪ.vəl/noun
Relating to a navy or navies.
Did you know?The root of 'naval' comes from a word meaning 'ship' which ties back to ancient maritime deities and powerful sea magic.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*nau-
“to sail or navigate, associated with ships and water.”
Latin
Latin
navis
“ship, vessel, a key element in trade and warfare.”
Old French
Old French
naval
“pertaining to ships, related to naval forces.”
Middle English
Middle English
naval
“relating to ships or seafaring.”
Modern English
English
naval
“concerning a navy or naval operations.”