ebb

C2
Pronunciation
/ɛb/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The receding movement of the tide.

Example Sentences
  • The boats will go out on the ebb.
2 Definition

A gradual decline.

3 Definition

A low state; a state of depression.

4 Definition

A European bunting, the corn bunting (Emberiza calandra, syns. Emberiza miliaria, Milaria calandra).

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To flow back or recede

Example Sentences
  • The tides ebbed at noon.
2 Definition

To fall away or decline

Example Sentences
  • The dying man's strength ebbed away.
3 Definition

To fish with stakes and nets that serve to prevent the fish from getting back into the sea with the ebb

4 Definition

To cause to flow back.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Low, shallow