intercoastal

[ in-ter-kohs-tl ]

adjective

1. existing or done between seacoasts; involving two or more seacoasts.

Word History and Origins

Origin of intercoastal¹

First recorded in 1925–30; inter- + coastal

Example Sentences

Steps away from his estate, some of Mr. Trump’s loyal base began to gather along a bridge over the intercoastal waterway, They brought large signs and flags supporting the former president.

From Washington Times

Volusia, home to Daytona Beach, imposed a curfew and warned that intercoastal bridges used by evacuees would close when winds reach 39 mph.

From Washington Times

The intercoastal waterway was littered with the remnants of several boat houses torn apart and knocked off their pilings in the storm.

From Seattle Times

Angels: All-Star 1B Jared Walsh, who went on the injured list last week with a right intercoastal strain, took about 10 swings in the batting cage Monday with no issues.

From Seattle Times

The panel would look into how to prevent a similar occurrence in all buildings and structures "in the coastal, intercoastal and surrounding areas of our county, state and nation," she said.

From Fox News