English · Travel & Places
beach
/biːtʃ/
[/biːtʃ/]
sandy shore
Beginnernoun
Definition
An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.
Example
The children built sandcastles on the beach while their parents relaxed under a striped umbrella.
The children built sandcastles on the beach while their parents relaxed under a striped umbrella.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, recorded from the 16th century meaning loose pebbles on the shore.
How & Where It’s Used
Central to holiday and seaside vocabulary.