Definition

The area of land that is next to a lake.

Example

We had a picnic on the lakeshore, enjoying the beautiful view of the water.

Conversation

Have you ever been to the lakeshore near our town?

Yeah, I went there last summer, and it was beautiful!

I heard it's a great spot for picnics and swimming.

Definitely! We should plan a day to go there together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lakeshore → The word is formed from "lake" (from Old English *lacu*, meaning a body of water) and "shore" (from Old English *sceor*, meaning a boundary or edge). The term "lakeshore" refers to the edge or boundary of a body of water, specifically a lake.

Memory Tip

Picture the edge of a body of water, where the lake meets the land — that's what lakeshore means.

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