Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ebb-tide
noun
ˈeb-ˌtīd
Definition
The period of decreasing tide; the outgoing or receding tide.
Examples
- During the ebb-tide, we found many interesting shells along the shore.
- The fisherman waited for the ebb-tide to return to his boat.
Meaning
Ebb-tide refers to the time when the tide is flowing away from the shore, resulting in lower water levels. It is characterized by the movement of water back towards the sea, often exposing parts of the beach that were previously submerged.
Synonyms
- outgoing tide
- receding tide
- low tide
