seaside

noun

1. 1

   The area by and around the sea; including the beach, promenade or cliffs.

   Near-synonym: oceanside (usually synonymous)

   This summer, I'm going to the seaside at Weymouth. I'm very excited about it!

   I do like to be beside the seaside! Oh, I do like to be beside the sea! I do like to stroll along the prom, prom, prom, While the brass bands play Tiddely-om-pom-pom!

   James never cared much for the sea-side, but developed a passionate love for the Westmoreland mountains, getting to know most of them as an energetic fell walker, preferring this to rock climbing.

adjective

1. 1

   At or related to a seaside.

   Near-synonym: oceanside (usually synonymous)

   We stayed in a seaside hotel and ate fresh seafood every night, all week long.

adverb

1. 1

   At the seaside.

   Near-synonym: oceanside (usually synonymous)

   We dined seaside and watched the gulls' antics.

   When you think of dining seaside somewhere on a secluded island, this is the kind of place that comes to mind. […] Granted, it takes some planning to get here. You have to make a reservation, and you have to board a boat. But if what you seek is a quiet evening escape from the craziness of Key West, dinner at [the restaurant being reviewed here] is well worth the effort.

   […] for guests who like dining seaside under a thatched roof. Try the coconut shrimp with fruit chutney.

Forms

plural

seasides