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Beachcomber: meaning, definitions and examples

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beachcomber

[ ˈbiːtʃˌkʌmbər ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

person

A beachcomber is a person who searches along the beach for valuable or interesting items that have been washed ashore.

Synonyms

coastal scavenger, seaside collector, shoreline wanderer.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
beachcomber	Used to describe a person who searches for valuable items on beaches. John spent his mornings as a beachcomber, looking for seashells and lost treasures
coastal scavenger	Carries a more negative connotation, referring to someone who searches the coastline for discarded items or debris. The old man was known as a coastal scavenger, always seen rummaging through the trash washed up by the sea
shoreline wanderer	Refers to someone who enjoys wandering along the shoreline, often without a specific purpose. Jake was a shoreline wanderer, spending hours walking along the water's edge, lost in thought
seaside collector	Describes someone who leisurely collects items from seaside areas, often as a hobby. As a seaside collector, Emily enjoyed finding sea glass and unique stones during her walks along the shore

Examples of usage

The beachcomber found a beautiful seashell on the shore.
She spent the afternoon beachcombing for treasures.
The beachcomber collected driftwood and sea glass.
Many beachcombers enjoy looking for hidden gems in the sand.
Being a beachcomber allows you to connect with nature and discover unique items.

Translations

Translations of the word "beachcomber" in other languages:

🇵🇹 catador de praia

🇮🇳 समुद्र तट पर खोज करने वाला

🇩🇪 Strandgut-Sammler

🇮🇩 pencari barang di pantai

🇺🇦 прибирач пляжу

🇵🇱 zbieracz plażowy

🇯🇵 ビーチコーマー

🇫🇷 ramasseur de plage

🇪🇸 buscador de tesoros en la playa

🇹🇷 kumsal arayıcısı

🇰🇷 해변에서 물건을 찾는 사람

🇸🇦 باحث عن الكنز على الشاطئ

🇨🇿 hledač pokladů na pláži

🇸🇰 hľadač pokladov na pláži

🇨🇳 海滩拾荒者

🇸🇮 iskalec zakladov na plaži

🇮🇸 strandhreinsir

🇰🇿 жағажай жинаушы

🇬🇪 სანაპიროს დამლაგებელი

🇦🇿 çimərlik təmizləyicisi

🇲🇽 buscador de tesoros en la playa

Etymology

The term 'beachcomber' originated in the 19th century and was initially used to describe people who lived by gathering food and other items washed ashore by the sea. Over time, it has evolved to refer to individuals who search the beach for various treasures and artifacts. Beachcombing has become a popular hobby and is enjoyed by many around the world.