Definition

The line where land meets the sea or a lake, often characterized by beaches, cliffs, or other natural features.

Example

The coastline was beautiful, with sandy beaches and rocky cliffs.

Conversation

Have you seen pictures of the stunning coastline in that travel magazine?

Yeah, it looks amazing! I’d love to visit that place someday.

I heard the coastline has beautiful beaches and clear water.

Definitely, it seems like a perfect spot for a vacation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coastline → It is formed from "coast" (from Old French *coste*, meaning the side or edge of land) and "line" (from Latin *linea*, meaning a string or line). The word "coastline" refers to the line that defines the edge of the land along the sea.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'edge' of the land ('coast') marked by a 'line' — that's what a coastline is.

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