Meaning & use
coastal
Located on, near, or relating to the coast, the area where land meets the sea.
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The coastal town relies heavily on tourism and fishing for its local economy.
Strong winds are common along coastal regions, especially during hurricane season.
A note on using this word
Coastal always modifies a noun, unlike 'coast,' which can stand alone as a noun.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
inland
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