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beaches

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈbitʃəz// UK //bˈiːtʃɪz// beach·es

n. sandy or stony areas next to the ocean or a lake where people go to swim and relax. These places are usually found where the water meets the land.

n. landforms along the shoreline of an ocean, sea, lake, or river, typically consisting of loose particles such as sand, gravel, or pebbles. Plural form of the common noun beach.


SIMPLE

We spent the whole afternoon playing on the local beaches.

CONTEXTUAL

The island is famous for its white sandy beaches and crystal clear water that attracts thousands of tourists every summer.

COMPLEX

Coastal erosion poses a significant threat to the region's beaches, necessitating expensive sand replenishment projects to protect the local tourism industry and natural habitats.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'beach'; follows standard pluralisation rules for nouns ending in -ch.

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