What is another word for open oceans?
Pronunciation: [ˈə͡ʊpən ˈə͡ʊʃənz] (IPA) 
The term "open oceans" generally refers to the vast expanse of water beyond the continental shelf where marine life can thrive. Synonyms for open oceans include the high seas, the deep sea, the blue water, and the pelagic zone. The high seas typically refers to the open ocean beyond the exclusive economic zone, where international waters reign. The deep sea, on the other hand, encompasses the ocean's abyssal and benthic zones where light cannot penetrate. The pelagic zone refers to the portion of the open ocean where fish and other marine species swim freely. Regardless of the term used to describe it, the open ocean supports a diverse ecosystem and plays a crucial role in regulating global climate and weather systems.
