What is foreshore? How to use in English

Discover the meaning of foreshore in English, its pronunciation, and how to use it correctly in real-life situations. See examples and easy memorization tips.

Definition & pronunciation of foreshore

foreshorenoun
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/ˈfɔːʃɔː(r)//ˈfɔːrʃɔːr/

Where does the word foreshore come from?

"Foreshore" is a compound word, combining "fore" and "shore". * **"Fore"** comes from Old English *for*, meaning "before" or "in front of". * **"Shore"** originates from Old English *scēor*, meaning "a bank, a boundary". Therefore, "foreshore" literally means "the shore that lies in front of something", specifically referring to the land between the high-water mark and the low-water mark of the sea.

Vocabulary summary foreshore

type noun

meaning beach

meaning alluvial land in the sea

Example of vocabulary foreshorenamespace

(on a beach or by a river) the part of the shore between the highest and lowest levels reached by the water

As we walked along the foreshore, we noticed that the tide was unusually low, revealing a much wider expanse of sand than usual.
The beachgoers spread out blankets and chairs on the foreshore, enjoying the sun and the sound of the gently crashing waves.
The city's foreshore has undergone a transformation in recent years, with new parks, cafes, and boardwalks drawing crowds of people.
The foreshore was lined with luxury yachts, as the annual boat show kicked off and visitors flocked to the waterside.
The foreshore was eerily quiet on this stormy night, with lights flickering from the nearby buildings casting ghostly shadows on the sand.

the part of the shore between the highest level reached by the water and the area of land that has buildings, plants, etc. on it