a sandy or pebbly shore by the sea or a lake
noun
Examples:
• We spent the afternoon at the beach.
• The beach was crowded with tourists.
a loose granular substance, typically pale yellow, resulting from the erosion of siliceous and other rocks
noun
Examples:
• The children built a sandcastle on the beach.
• The desert is covered in miles of sand.
a ridge of water curling and breaking on the shore
noun
Examples:
• The waves crashed against the rocks.
• Surfers waited for the perfect wave.
to move one's hand to and fro in greeting or as a signal
verb
Examples:
• She waved goodbye from the window.
• He waved to get the driver's attention.
a very large expanse of sea
noun
Examples:
• The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.
• They sailed across the ocean.
a garment worn for swimming or sunbathing
noun
Examples:
• She packed a swimsuit for the hotel pool.
• He bought a new swimsuit before his beach holiday.
glasses with tinted or darkened lenses worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight
noun
Examples:
• She put on her sunglasses as soon as she stepped out into the bright afternoon sun.
• He lost his sunglasses somewhere on the beach.
a model of a castle or structure built from wet sand, typically by children on a beach
noun
Examples:
• The children spent the afternoon building an elaborate sandcastle near the water's edge.
• A wave came in and washed away their sandcastle before they could take a photo.
the hard protective outer casing of a sea creature such as a snail or clam, often found on beaches
noun
Examples:
• The children collected seashells along the shoreline and brought them home as souvenirs.
• She held the large seashell to her ear and heard what sounded like the ocean.
a person trained to watch over swimmers at a pool or beach and rescue them if they are in danger
noun
Examples:
• The lifeguard blew his whistle and dived into the water to help the struggling swimmer.
• There is always a lifeguard on duty at the public pool during opening hours.
a raised wooden path or promenade built along a beach or waterfront
noun
Examples:
• They strolled along the boardwalk, eating ice cream and watching the waves.
• The seaside town's boardwalk was lined with souvenir shops and carnival games.
the regular rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun
noun
Examples:
• We watched the tide come in and cover the sandcastle.
• The beach is only accessible at low tide.
a hard substance formed by tiny sea creatures that builds up into reefs in tropical oceans
noun
Examples:
• The divers swam above a colorful coral reef teeming with fish.
• Rising ocean temperatures have caused widespread coral bleaching around the world.
a pinkish-orange color like that of coral
noun
Examples:
• She chose a warm coral for the accent wall in her bedroom.
• The bridesmaid dresses were a soft coral that complemented the summer setting.
of a pinkish-orange color like that of coral
adjective
Examples:
• She painted her nails coral for the summer.
• The sunset cast a coral glow over the horizon.
a highly intelligent marine mammal that lives in oceans and rivers and is known for its playful behavior
noun
Examples:
• A pod of dolphins swam alongside the boat, leaping out of the water.
• Dolphins communicate with each other using a complex system of clicks and whistles.
the inner surface of the hand between the wrist and fingers
noun
Examples:
• She held the tiny bird gently in her palm.
• His palms were sweating before the important interview.
a tropical tree with a single unbranched trunk and a crown of large leaves
noun
Examples:
• The beach was lined with tall palm trees swaying in the breeze.
• Coconuts grow on a type of palm native to tropical regions.
relating to the tropics; characteristic of or typical of a very hot and humid climate
adjective
Examples:
• Tropical rainforests are home to thousands of species.
• She dreamed of a tropical vacation on the beach.
the time in the evening when the sun disappears below the horizon; the colours in the sky at this time
noun
Examples:
• They sat on the beach and watched the beautiful sunset.
• The couple took a photo together at sunset.
an insulated container used to keep food and drinks cold
noun
Examples:
• They packed the cooler with ice and drinks for the beach trip.
• The cooler kept the sandwiches fresh throughout the afternoon hike.
light open sandals with a thong between the toes, worn especially on the beach or in casual settings
noun
Examples:
• She slipped on her flip-flops and walked down to the beach.
• Flip-flops are not allowed in the laboratory for safety reasons.
a tube that allows a swimmer to breathe while their face is submerged underwater
noun
Examples:
• He put on his mask and snorkel before diving into the reef.
• The snorkel lets you observe marine life without coming up for air constantly.
a yellowish-brown color; a brownish skin color acquired by exposure to the sun
noun
Examples:
• She came back from vacation with a deep tan.
• The walls were painted a warm tan.
having a light brownish color
adjective
Examples:
• He wore tan trousers and a white shirt.
• The dog has a tan coat with white patches.