Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
come-ashore
Phrase
/kʌm əˈʃɔːr/
Definition
To arrive on land from the sea or a body of water.
Examples
- The sailors decided to come ashore after a long journey at sea.
- As the sun set, the dolphins came ashore to rest on the beach.
- After hours of fishing, the boat finally came ashore, bringing back a good catch.
Meaning
This phrase is used when someone or something moves from the water onto the land, typically used in the context of boats, ships, or aquatic animals.
Synonyms
- land
- arrive on shore
- disembark
