Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

plage

noun
/plɑːʒ/
Definition
A broad, sandy beach.
Examples
  • We spent the day lounging on the plage, listening to the waves.
  • The local plage is the perfect spot for a summer picnic.
  • Children built sandcastles along the plage while adults caught up on reading.
Meaning
The term ‘plage’ is often associated with the seaside, referring to a recreational area along a coast where people relax, sunbathe, and enjoy the ocean.
Synonyms
  • beach
  • shore
  • coast
  • seaside