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high tide Definition

high tide

noun

  1. the highest level to which the tide rises; high water
  2. the time when the tide is at this level
  3. any culminating point or time

high tide Usage Examples

Converse of subject

affect: Being on the seaward side of the sea wall they are affected by high spring tides.

Converse of object

have: The previous night both KEP and Bird Island had abnormally high tides with water reaching the buildings on both beaches.

Adjective modifier

nice: After much effort ( & a nice high tide ) get the sea moated round it.

Noun used with modifier

spring: Being on the seaward side of the sea wall they are affected by high spring tides.