shoreline — the edge of a sea, lake, or other large body of water
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the edge of a sea, lake, or other large body of water
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʃɔːr.laɪn/
Example Sentences
- The GPS couldn't find the restaurant because it was located right on the shoreline, and apparently satellites get seasick too.
- Environmental scientists are monitoring changes to the shoreline caused by rising sea levels.
- The hotel's main selling point was its rooms with a direct view of the pristine shoreline.
shoreline
NOUN[/ˈʃɔːr.laɪn/]
the edge of a sea, lake, or other large body of water
a child carefully walks along the water's edge collecting colorful shells and smooth stones. Each step creates small splashes as their feet touch the shallow water. The gentle waves continuously wash up onto the sandy beach and then retreat back into the lake. A parent follows behind, pointing out interesting treasures washed up by the water. Other families spread blankets just beyond where the water reaches the dry sand. the edge of a large body of water where it meets the land
The shoreline's outline tells a living storyline!
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“The GPS couldn't find the restaurant because it was located right on the shoreline, and apparently satellites get seasick too.”
“Environmental scientists are monitoring changes to the shoreline caused by rising sea levels.”
“The hotel's main selling point was its rooms with a direct view of the pristine shoreline.”
“My dog thinks every piece of seaweed on the shoreline is a potential snack – clearly, he's not a food critic.”
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