Synonyms

coastal

American

[kohs-tl] / ˈkoʊs tl /

adjective

of, relating to, bordering on, or located near a coast.

The coastal regions are inundated at high tide.

Other Word Forms

coastally adverb

Etymology

Origin of coastal

First recorded in 1880–85; coast + -al ¹

Example Sentences

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The area is a draw for buyers seeking a slower-paced coastal lifestyle.

From MarketWatch

Squid and cuttlefish live in environments ranging from deep ocean waters to shallow coastal regions.

From Science Daily

As warmer global temperatures melt polar ice, ocean waters are rising, posing a threat to island nations and coastal communities.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Washington Post reported Saturday that the US is preparing for weeks-long ground operations in Iran, potentially including raids on Kharg Island and coastal sites near the Strait of Hormuz.

From Barron's

People are being asked to keep their distance at one of the island's coastal beauty spots, to protect endangered birds nesting.

From BBC

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