Riptide (Noun)
Meaning 1
A stretch of turbulent water in a river or the sea caused by one current flowing into or across another current.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A strong surface current flowing outwards from a shore.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The lifeguard warned swimmers about the strong riptide that was forming near the pier.
- A riptide swept the young boy away from his parents, who were frantically trying to reach him.
- The beach was closed due to a powerful riptide that was making it difficult for swimmers to stay afloat.
- As the tide went out, a riptide formed in the channel, pulling water quickly out to sea.
- The surfer got caught in a riptide and was carried far away from the shore before he could paddle back.