bordering on or living or characteristic of those near the sea
"a maritime province"
"maritime farmers"
"maritime cultures"
Relating to or connected with the sea or its uses (as navigation, commerce, etc.).
"The maritime trade routes connect ports across multiple continents."
In plain English: Maritime means relating to ships, boats, and the sea.
"The maritime nation has many ports along its coast."
Usage: Use maritime when describing anything related to ships, ports, or ocean travel rather than land-based activities. This term is often confused with nautical, but it specifically emphasizes commercial and legal aspects of the sea instead of just sailing skills.
The word entered English via Middle French and originates from the Latin maritimus, which literally means "of or near the sea." Its meaning has remained consistent since its adoption into English as an adjective relating to ships, navigation, or coastal regions.