Oceanfront: meaning, definitions and examples

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oceanfront

[ ˈoʊʃənˌfrʌnt ]

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property location

Situated on the edge of the ocean; facing the sea.

Synonyms

beachfront, coastal, seaside

Examples of usage

The hotel offers stunning oceanfront views.
We bought an oceanfront property for our vacation home.

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geography

The part of land that borders the ocean.

Synonyms

coastline, seaboard, shoreline

Examples of usage

The oceanfront is a popular spot for tourists.
Many restaurants are located along the oceanfront.

Translations

Translations of the word "oceanfront" in other languages:

🇵🇹 à beira-mar

🇮🇳 समुद्र तट

🇩🇪 am Meer

🇮🇩 tepi laut

🇺🇦 на березі моря

🇵🇱 nadmorski

🇯🇵 海岸線

🇫🇷 en bord de mer

🇪🇸 frente al mar

🇹🇷 deniz kenarı

🇰🇷 해안가

🇸🇦 على شاطئ البحر

🇨🇿 na pobřeží

🇸🇰 pri mori

🇨🇳 海滨

🇸🇮 ob morju

🇮🇸 við sjóinn

🇰🇿 теңіз жағасында

🇬🇪 ზღვასთან

🇦🇿 dəniz kənarı

🇲🇽 frente al mar

Word origin

The term 'oceanfront' originated in the early 20th century to describe properties or locations that are situated directly on the edge of the ocean. It has since become a popular term in real estate and tourism industries to highlight the desirable location of a property or destination along the coastline. Oceanfront properties are often sought after for their stunning views and proximity to the sea.

See also: ocean, oceanic, oceanography, oceanology.