sirte

Etymology
Attested since the 19th century; ultimately from, the Gulf of Sidra, a shallow gulf on the coast of Libya.

Noun

 * 1)  sandy reef that hinders the floating of ships
 * 2)  sandbank, shoal

Etymology
From, the Gulf of Sidra, a shallow gulf on the coast of Libya.

Noun

 * 1) a dangerous sandy reef that forms in deep water (on the African coast of the Mediterranean)

Etymology
From, the Gulf of Sidra, a shallow gulf on the coast of Libya.

Noun

 * 1) sandy reef that hinders the floating of ships
 * 2) sandbank, shoal

Etymology
, a shallow gulf on the coast of Libya.

Noun

 * 1) sandbar, sandy reef that hinders the floating of ships