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Term: Neap

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A low tide that occurs around the time of the first and third quarters of the moon when there is least difference between high and low water.

Sample Sentence: During neap tides, the difference between high and low water levels is minimal.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 2: A quiet or slack period in a business or activity.

Sample Sentence: The summer months are a neap for the retail industry.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Describing a tide that is at the lowest level.

Sample Sentence: The neap tide left the boats stranded on the sand.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 2: Specialty, popular or limited to a specific local area.

Sample Sentence: The neap dish is a local delicacy only found in this region.