Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
low-tide
noun
/loʊ taɪd/
Definition
The lowest level of the tide reached in a tidal cycle.
Examples
- At low tide, we can explore the rock pools along the coastline.
- The fisherman preferred to cast his net during low tide when the fish were more concentrated.
- During low tide, the beach expanded, allowing for a long stroll along the water’s edge.
Meaning
Low tide is the point in time when the sea recedes away from the shore, exposing areas of the seabed that are usually submerged underwater.
Synonyms
- ebb
- recess
- negative tide
