1
: a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water
2
: a shallow artificial pool or pond (as for the processing of sewage or storage of a liquid)
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Glide along the lagoon in one of the city’s iconic swan boats or snap a selfie with the George Washington statue.
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The lagoon would also be preserved and the site once again rebranded, this time as Laguna Vista.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 18 July 2025
Up to 60 guests may enjoy the gentle breezes and views of Ko Olina's lagoon.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 9 July 2025
The lagoon will welcome children ages eight and older, and all ages can dine at Ylja Restaurant.
—AFAR Media, 7 July 2025
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Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2025
The lagoon would also be preserved and the site once again rebranded, this time as Laguna Vista.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 18 July 2025
Up to 60 guests may enjoy the gentle breezes and views of Ko Olina's lagoon.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 9 July 2025
The lagoon will welcome children ages eight and older, and all ages can dine at Ylja Restaurant.
—AFAR Media, 7 July 2025
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“Lagoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lagoon. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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lagoon
noun
la·goon
lə-ˈgün 
: a shallow channel or pond near or connected with a larger body of water
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