south seas
definitions
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A historical and geographical term referring to the tropical waters and islands of the Pacific Ocean south of the equator.ru: Южные острова Тихого океана
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Historically refers to the waters frequented by whalers and pirates, evoking romance and danger.ru: Воды китобоев и пиратов
examples
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Explorers mapped the islands of the South Seas centuries ago.
Исследователи нанесли на карту острова Южных морей столетия назад.
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Queequeg was a skilled harpooner from the legendary South Seas.
Куикуег был искусным гарпунером из легендарных Южных морей.