low tide
Definition
- Noun:
- The lowest (farthest) ebb of the tide: The point in the tidal cycle when the water level is at its minimum, revealing more of the shoreline. It is the opposite of high tide.
Usage
- The term "low tide" is used to describe a specific state or point in time during the tidal cycle.
- It is often used to discuss coastal activities, navigation, and marine life.
- It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts.
Examples
- Noun:
- We went beachcombing at low tide to find shells and sea glass.
- The harbor is too shallow for large boats during low tide.
- The rocks, hidden at high tide, are fully exposed at low tide.
Advanced Usage
- "at low tide": Used to specify an event occurring during this tidal phase.
- The best time to explore the tidal pools is at low tide.
- Figurative Use: Can describe a point of minimum intensity, activity, or fortune.
- Morale in the office was at a low tide after the project was canceled.
Variants and Related Words
- Low water (noun): A synonym for low tide, often used in technical or navigational contexts.
- The chart indicates the depth at low water.
- Ebb tide (noun): Refers to the period when the tide is receding from high to low tide.
- The boat drifted out with the ebb tide.
Synonyms
- Ebb: The process of the tide flowing out or the state of low tide.
- Neap tide: A tide with the least difference between high and low water levels, occurring twice a month. (Note: This refers to the type of tide, not the low point itself).
Related Phrases
- The tide is out: A common phrase meaning the water is at low tide.
- We can walk to the island when the tide is out.
Noun
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the lowest (farthest) ebb of the tide
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