seaside

noun

sea·​side ˈsē-ˌsīd How to pronounce seaside (audio)
: the district or land bordering the sea : country adjacent to the sea : seashore
seaside adjective

Examples of seaside in a Sentence

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Beach access here is secluded and private, requiring a theatrical journey down seaside stairs. Ryan Smith, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024 Those looking to highlight the romance of the island and its stunning seaside location will want to indulge in a private beachside dinner or BBQ. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 In addition, there’s also The Beach Shack, a seaside clubhouse with a member’s lounge, watersports, and dining facilities. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2024 This time, our compass points to Avila Beach, a serene seaside escape nestled on California’s Central Coast. Cliff Lewis, Orange County Register, 13 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for seaside 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seaside was in the 13th century

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“Seaside.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seaside. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

seaside

noun
sea·​side -ˌsīd How to pronounce seaside (audio)
: the land bordering the sea : seacoast

Geographical Definition

Seaside

geographical name

Sea·​side ˈsē-ˌsīd How to pronounce Seaside (audio)
city on Monterey Bay in western California population 33,025
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