Coast (Noun)
Meaning 1
A slope down which sleds may coast; "when it snowed they made a coast on the golf course".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The nearby hill was a perfect coast for kids to sled down during the winter months.
- We spent hours searching for a good coast to try out our new toboggan.
- The golf course was usually off-limits, but when it snowed the kids were allowed to build a coast on the slope.
- After a few practice runs, the kids found the perfect coast near the old oak tree.
- Every winter, the same spot on the hill would become the favorite coast for the local kids to sled down.
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Meaning 2
The area within view; "the coast is clear".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
The shore of a sea or ocean.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The family walked along the coast, enjoying the sunset over the waves.
- The coast of California is known for its rugged cliffs and hidden coves.
- The town was situated on the coast, with boats docked in the harbor.
- The coastline stretches for miles, offering breathtaking views of the ocean.
- The beach on the coast was popular among surfers and beachgoers alike.
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Meaning 4
The act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it; "his slide didn't stop until the bottom of the hill"; "the children lined up for a coast down the snowy slope".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.