Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chesil
noun
/ˈtʃɛz.ɪl/
Definition
Chesil refers to a type of coastal barrier beach made up of pebbles and shingle.
Examples
- The Chesil Beach stretches for 18 miles along the coastline of Dorset.
- Many tourists visit Chesil to admire its stunning views and unique ecology.
Meaning
It often describes a specific geographic feature like the Chesil Beach in England, which stretches along the coastline and serves as a natural formation.
Synonyms
- barrier beach
- shingle beach
