sea breeze

noun

: a cooling breeze blowing generally in the daytime inland from the sea

Examples of sea breeze in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Scattered lightning storms are developing along the sea breeze along the coast and just inland by early afternoon, according to NWS Melbourne. Garfield Hylton, Orlando Sentinel, 24 June 2024 Tour local waters at a relaxed pace in safe double sea kayaks, enjoying the marine life, sea breeze and sunshine. Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 13 June 2024 By Jessica Chapel June 8, 2024 From gusts of sea breeze to the vastness of the sea’s horizon—our oceans stir an incomparable sense of wonder and awe, and beckon to travelers in every corner of the globe. Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2024 Besides her glowing skin, Kylie paired the set with a simple gold watch and natural, dewy makeup look as her dark brunette tresses — parted to the side — flowed in the sea breeze. Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for sea breeze 

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'sea breeze.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1661, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sea breeze was in 1661

Dictionary Entries Near sea breeze

Cite this Entry

“Sea breeze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sea%20breeze. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

sea breeze

noun
: a cooling daytime breeze blowing inland from the sea

More from Merriam-Webster on sea breeze

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!