ebbtide

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Noun ebbtide has 1 sense

ebbtide - the tide while water is flowing out
--₁ is a kind of tide
--₁ has parts: ebb, reflux
Antonyms: flood tide, rising tide

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Ebbtide

Description:

Ebbtide refers to the period of time during the tidal cycle when the tide is receding and the water level is gradually going down. It is commonly used to describe the ebbing or low point of the tide.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

Popular: Ebbtide is often used to describe the process of a receding tide, representing the period after high tide. It symbolizes the moment where the water starts to flow back to the ocean.

Example Sentence: After a long day of fishing, they waited for the ebbtide to ensure a safe return back to shore.

Sense 2:

Local: In some coastal communities, 'Ebbtide' is the name of a popular boat manufacturer that specializes in manufacturing luxury powerboats and yachts.

Example Sentence: John decided to buy an Ebbtide boat for his fishing trips, as it is known for its exceptional quality and performance.