intercoastal

American  

[in-ter-kohs-tl] / ˌɪn tərˈkoʊs tl /

adjective

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

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Etymology

Origin of intercoastal

First recorded in 1925–30; inter- + coastal

Example Sentences

But of course, one of St. Pete’s most prized amenities is its natural beauty, which includes 244 miles of shoreline along Tampa Bay, Boca Ciega Bay, the Gulf of Mexico and intercoastal waterways.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 29, 2025

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 • Nov. 15, 2022

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 • Oct. 1, 2022

The grand jury 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."

From Fox News • Jul. 7, 2021

"I hope they know what they are doing," said Hue Tran, watching the giant dump trucks from the Quik General food store, a short distance from the intercoastal waterway.

From Reuters • May 16, 2011