What is another word for the seaside?

Pronunciation: [ðə sˈiːsa͡ɪd] (IPA)

The seaside, also known as the coast, shoreline, beach, oceanfront or water's edge, is a highly desirable destination for summer vacations. The term shore refers to the land bordering a body of water, while beach is a sandy or pebbly area by the water. Coastline can also refer to rocky shorelines, whereas oceanfront typically implies expensive real estate with direct access to the water. Other synonyms for the seaside include littoral, foreshore and waterfront. Regardless of the term used, a trip to any of these locations promises to be an enjoyable experience filled with sunshine, salty air and relaxation.

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What are the hypernyms for The seaside?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with The seaside

  • When I was nine, we'd take a bus to the seaside. Coming back, we'd take turns entertaining, singing songs and the like. I tried some stand-up comedy. I had a captive audience in that bus. Then I realized I wanted to do more than that.
    Jim Dale
  • I told the Inland Revenue I didn't owe them a penny because I lived near the seaside.
    Ken Dodd
  • Men seek out retreats for themselves in the country, by the seaside, on the moutains. . .But all this is unphilosophical to the last degree. . .when thou canst at a moment's notice retire into thyself.
    Marcus Aelius Aurelius
  • When the sky is clear, when the sea is calm and the full moon is rising, whatever you are doing, leave it; go to the seaside; sit and watch it! You will then reach the land where there is no thinking; the land of pure wisdom!
    Mehmet Murat ildan
  • The pencil moved prophetic: together now men read In the fair book of nature, and find the hope they need. The wreath woven by the river is by the seaside worn, And one of fate's best arrows to its due mark is borne.
    Margaret Fuller

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