Coastline: meaning, definitions and examples

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coastline

[ ˈkəʊstlaɪn ]

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along the

The outline of a coast, including its shape, features, and length.

Synonyms

coast, seashore, shoreline

Examples of usage

The coastline of California is known for its stunning cliffs and sandy beaches.
The coastline of Norway is famous for its fjords and dramatic landscapes.

Translations

Translations of the word "coastline" in other languages:

🇵🇹 linha costeira

🇮🇳 तटरेखा

🇩🇪 Küstenlinie

🇮🇩 garis pantai

🇺🇦 берегова лінія

🇵🇱 linia brzegowa

🇯🇵 海岸線

🇫🇷 ligne de côte

🇪🇸 línea de costa

🇹🇷 kıyı şeridi

🇰🇷 해안선

🇸🇦 خط الساحل

🇨🇿 pobřežní čára

🇸🇰 pobrežná línia

🇨🇳 海岸线

🇸🇮 obalna črta

🇮🇸 strandlína

🇰🇿 жағалау сызығы

🇬🇪 სანაპირო ხაზი

🇦🇿 sahil xətti

🇲🇽 línea costera

Word origin

The term 'coastline' originated in the late 19th century from the combination of 'coast' and 'line'. The coastline is the boundary where land meets the sea, and it plays a crucial role in shaping ecosystems and influencing weather patterns. Studying coastlines is essential for understanding coastal erosion, sea level rise, and the impact of human activities on coastal environments.