1.
on the sea; offshore; on the open ocean
The area on or above the open sea. Frequently used in contexts such as offshore wind power, naval operations, and marine incidents.
洋上で風が強まる。
The wind grows stronger out at sea.
洋上に風車を並べる。
Line up wind turbines out on the sea.
洋上風力発電は陸上より安定した風が得られると期待されている。
Offshore wind power is expected to obtain steadier wind than onshore.
A somewhat formal noun for the open sea, most often heard now in 洋上風力発電 (offshore wind power).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 洋上風力発電: offshore wind power generation
- 洋上に出る: to go out onto the open sea
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 海上: on the sea — more everyday and general; 洋上 emphasizes the open ocean, far from land