“Naval” or “Navel”—Which to use?

“Naval” or “Navel”

Overview

naval / navel are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

naval: (adjective) connected with or belonging to or used in a navy.

navel: (noun) a scar where the umbilical cord was attached. (noun) the center point or middle of something.

Pronunciation

naval: n·EY·v·ah·l

navel: n·EY·v·ah·l

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Examples in Context

Examples of “naval”

…such as a land mine, naval mine, depth charge, or shell…
…used for the training of naval aviators.
…of Holstein (with its important naval harbour of Kiel and control…
…the former location of Cavite Naval Base.
A newly built naval base on the Wrangel Island…
61st Naval Infantry Brigade (n. Sputnik)
…waters to expand Sangley Point naval base as part of reclamation…
…battles were fought from this naval base, including the Battles of…
Naval Yard outside Washington, D.C. Hazeltine's…
Category:World War II naval ships of the United States

Examples of “navel”

…of creativity emerged from the navel of the invisible Vishvakarma.
…a 2-inch circle around the navel.
…viscera drawn out of his navel and wound around a rod.
…the red bodhicitta in the navel, and to experience the union…
…tiny circular incision around the navel or the Ramstedt procedure.
…fingers, chest, breasts, nipples, belly, navel, vaginal labia and toes.

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