coast

A2
Pronunciation
/kəʊst/
/koʊst/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The edge of the land where it meets an ocean, sea, gulf, bay, or large lake.

Example Sentences
  • The rocky coast of Maine has few beaches.
2 Definition

The side or edge of something.

3 Definition

A region of land; a district or country.

4 Definition

A region of the air or heavens.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To glide along without adding energy; to allow a vehicle to continue moving forward after disengaging the engine or ceasing to apply motive power.

Example Sentences
  • When I ran out of gas, fortunately I managed to coast into a nearby gas station.
2 Definition

To sail along a coast.

3 Definition

To make a minimal effort; to continue to do something in a routine way, without initiative or effort.

4 Definition

To draw near to; to approach; to keep near, or by the side of.

5 Definition

To sail by or near; to follow the coastline of.

6 Definition

To conduct along a coast or river bank.

7 Definition

To slide downhill; to slide on a sled upon snow or ice.