Meaning of deep water | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see deep, water.
   countable, uncountable
2. A census-designated place in Fayette County, West Virginia, United States.
3. Waters suitable for deep-draft ships, especially ocean-going.
   countable, uncountable
4. A difficult or embarrassing situation.
   countable, idiomatic, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“But deep water was not secured until 1926, when Corpus Christi dug itself out 21 miles to the sea.”

“You will be in deep water if you are found copying work from other students.”

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