Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tide-recedes

verb phrase

/taɪd rɪˈsiːdz/

Definition

The phase of the tide when the water level lowers after reaching its peak.

Examples

As the tide recedes, many seashells are exposed along the beach.
The fisherman waited patiently for the tide to recede before casting his net.
During the spring, the tide recedes further than usual, uncovering new areas of tidal flats.

Meaning

Tide recedes refers to the natural process of the ocean or sea level dropping as the gravitational forces that pull water towards the moon and sun change, typically occurring after high tide.