Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spring-tide
noun
/sprɪŋ taɪd/
Definition
A spring tide is a tide that occurs when the gravitational forces of the moon and sun are aligned, resulting in the highest high tides and the lowest low tides in the ocean.
Examples
- The spring-tide during the full moon caused the beach to disappear under water.
- Fishing was particularly successful during the spring-tide, as the water levels changed dramatically.
Meaning
Spring tides happen twice every lunar month, during the full moon and new moon phases, when the sun, moon, and Earth are in line.
Synonyms
- Flood tide
- High tide
