tidal basin

noun

1. an artificial body of water open to a river, stream, etc., subject to tidal action.

tidal basin

noun

1. a basin for vessels that is filled at high tide

tidal basin

1. An area that holds water during high tide, especially a body of water in an area subject to tides whose water level is maintained at a desired level by artificial means.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tidal basin¹

First recorded in 1855–60