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UK//ˈʃɔːlaɪn//US//ˈʃɔrlaɪn//

Meaning of Shoreline

The area of land that is adjacent to a body of water.

In simple words: The land along the edge of a sea or lake.

Shoreline in a sentence

  • The shoreline was dotted with colorful beach umbrellas.
  • Wildlife thrives along the shoreline of the lake.
  • They built a house right on the shoreline to enjoy the views.
  • The shoreline changes shape during high tide.
  • Many tourists visit the shoreline for its beautiful sunsets.

How to use Shoreline

Used to describe areas of land next to bodies of water. Common in geographical contexts but can also be used in leisure settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'line' where the shore meets the water.

Related words

Collocations with Shoreline

  • rocky shoreline
  • sandy shoreline
  • natural shoreline
  • urban shoreline
  • protected shoreline

Synonyms for Shoreline

Common mistakes with Shoreline

  • Confused with 'shore' - 'shoreline' refers specifically to the edge of the land.
  • Using it in non-geographical contexts - it only strictly refers to land by water.

Compare Shoreline with Coast, Beach, Bank

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Frequently asked questions about Shoreline

What does Shoreline mean?

The land along the edge of a sea or lake.

What is the definition of Shoreline?

The area of land that is adjacent to a body of water.

How do you use Shoreline in a sentence?

The shoreline was dotted with colorful beach umbrellas.

Can you give another example of Shoreline?

Wildlife thrives along the shoreline of the lake.

What are synonyms for Shoreline?

Common alternatives include coast, beach, littoral, waterfront, bank.

What words go with Shoreline?

It commonly pairs with rocky shoreline, sandy shoreline, natural shoreline, urban shoreline, protected shoreline.

What are common mistakes when using Shoreline?

Confused with 'shore' - 'shoreline' refers specifically to the edge of the land. Using it in non-geographical contexts - it only strictly refers to land by water.

How do you pronounce Shoreline?

US: //ˈʃɔrlaɪn//, UK: //ˈʃɔːlaɪn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Shoreline?

Used to describe areas of land next to bodies of water. Common in geographical contexts but can also be used in leisure settings.