adjective
Definition: Referring to a type of tide that happens shortly after the moon's first and third quarters, characterized by the smallest difference between high and low tides.
Example: During a neap tide, the water levels do not rise or fall as much as they do during spring tides.
noun
Definition: A type of tide that occurs when the difference between high and low water is the smallest, typically happening after the first or third quarter of the moon.
Example: During a neap tide, the water levels are less extreme than during a spring tide.
verb
Definition: To become stuck in shallow water because of low tides that occur during a specific phase of the moon.
Example: The boat neaped in the shallow waters during the low tide.