coastline
6 synonyms for coastline, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The outline or shape of a coast, especially as seen on a map.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use coastline
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rugged coastline
along the coastline
Etymology
A compound of coast and line.
Full origin of coastline →Frequently asked questions
What does “coastline” mean?
The word “coastline” means the outline or shape of a coast, especially as seen on a map. In plain terms, the shape or outline of where the land meets the sea.
How do you use “coastline” in a sentence?
Here is “coastline” used in a sentence: “Norway has one of the longest and most jagged coastlines in the world.”
What part of speech is “coastline”?
“Coastline” is a noun.
Is “coastline” a common word?
“Coastline” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
