coast

coast · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The land along a sea or ocean.

  2. 2.

    To move without using power, using momentum.

  3. 3.

    The edge of a country bordering the sea.

  4. 4.

    To progress without much effort.

Forms

plural: coasts

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    the coast is clear — there is no danger
  • •
    coast to coast — from one side of a country to the other
  • •
    coast along — to proceed without effort
  • •
    East Coast/West Coast — referring to regions of the US

Related words

Antonyms: inland
See also: beach, ocean, shore, shoreline
Synonyms: beach, coastline, seashore, shore, shoreline

Etymology

From Old French "coste" meaning rib or side, from Latin "costa" meaning rib, side.