Neap: meaning, definitions and examples
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neap
[ niหp ]
tide phase
A neap is a type of tide that occurs when the difference between high and low tide is at its minimum. This minimal difference happens during the first and last quarters of the moon when the gravitational forces of the moon and sun are at right angles to each other, weakening their pull on the Earth's waters.
Synonyms
low tide, spring tide.
Examples of usage
- The fishermen planned their catch around the neap tides.
- During the summer, the neap tides were less pronounced.
- Neap tides can be beneficial for coastal ecosystems.
Translations
Translations of the word "neap" in other languages:
๐ต๐น neap
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเฅเคช
๐ฉ๐ช Niedrigwasser
๐ฎ๐ฉ neap
๐บ๐ฆ ะฝะตะฐะฟ
๐ต๐ฑ neap
๐ฏ๐ต ใใผใ
๐ซ๐ท neap
๐ช๐ธ neap
๐น๐ท neap
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ค์
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุจ
๐จ๐ฟ neap
๐ธ๐ฐ neap
๐จ๐ณ ๆฝฎ้
๐ธ๐ฎ neap
๐ฎ๐ธ neap
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฝะตะฐะฟ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ neap
๐ฒ๐ฝ neap
Etymology
The term 'neap' is derived from the Old English word 'neap', which referred to a tide. The word has its roots in the West Germanic language, with connections to similar terms in Middle Dutch and Middle Low German. The concept of neap tides has been recognized for centuries, and its etymology reflects the historical importance of tidal patterns for navigation and fishing. The usage of 'neap' in relation to tides emphasizes the natural cycles of the moon and their influence on Earth's oceans. This word has thus been an essential part of maritime vocabulary, illustrating the intimate relationship between humans and the sea throughout history.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,581 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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