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Beaching: meaning, definitions and examples

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beaching

 

[ ˈbiːtʃɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

marine activity

Beaching refers to the act of bringing a boat or ship ashore onto a beach or shore. This activity is usually done for maintenance, inspection, or to avoid hazards at sea. The process can involve either intentionally grounding the vessel or it can be an involuntary result of adverse conditions like storms or rough seas. Beaching is an important aspect for certain types of marine vessels, particularly smaller boats that may need to be manually removed from the water.

Synonyms

grounding, landing, shoring

Examples of usage

  • The fishermen were beaching their boats after a long day at sea.
  • The lifeguards watched as the yacht was beaching itself during the storm.

Translations

Translations of the word "beaching" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encalhamento

🇮🇳 बीचिंग

🇩🇪 Strandung

🇮🇩 pesisir

🇺🇦 виведення на берег

🇵🇱 osadzenie

🇯🇵 ビーチング

🇫🇷 échouage

🇪🇸 varamiento

🇹🇷 karaya oturma

🇰🇷 해변

🇸🇦 الشاطئ

🇨🇿 beachování

🇸🇰 plážovanie

🇨🇳 搁浅

🇸🇮 opuščanje

🇮🇸 strönd

🇰🇿 жағаға шығару

🇬🇪 შეზღუდვა

🇦🇿 sahil

🇲🇽 varamiento

Word origin

The term 'beaching' is derived from the word 'beach', which has Old English origins from the word 'bǣce', meaning 'a place with pebbles or sand'. The American usage of 'beach' began to take shape in the 19th century as coastal recreation and maritime activities gained popularity. Over time, 'beaching' became commonly associated with boating and maritime practices, reflecting the practical aspects of handling vessels in shallow waters or on land. The concept also encompasses environmental considerations, as beaching can affect local ecosystems, particularly during the decommissioning of larger ships.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,421, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.