Definition

The area of land that is next to the sea, often where people go to relax, swim, or enjoy the beach.

Example

We spent the day walking along the seashore, collecting shells and enjoying the sound of the waves.

Conversation

I can't wait to visit the seashore this weekend!

That sounds amazing! Do you have any plans for what to do there?

I just want to relax and maybe build a sandcastle at the seashore.

Sounds like a perfect day to me!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seashore → It is formed from "sea" (from Old English "sǣ", meaning large body of saltwater) and "shore" (from Old English "sceor", meaning the land along the edge of a body of water). The word "seashore" refers to the land along the edge of the sea.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'large body of saltwater' ('sea') next to the 'land' ('shore') — that's what a seashore is, the land by the sea.

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