# seaboard

/ˈsiˌbɔɹd/ (US) · /sˈiːbɔːd/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/seaboard
Updated: 2026-05-11

## Definition

the land that is right next to the sea or ocean. It is often used to describe a long stretch of coast, like the eastern side of a country.

For teachers: a region of land bordering the sea; the coastline or the territory adjacent to it. Often used in geopolitical or geographical contexts to refer to a specific coastal stretch of a continent.

## Examples

- The storm hit the entire eastern seaboard.
- Many major cities are located along the Atlantic seaboard to facilitate international trade and shipping.
- The rapid industrialization of the eastern seaboard during the nineteenth century transformed small fishing villages into bustling commercial hubs that dominated the nation's economy.

## Usage notes

- Often appears in the singular when referring to a specific coast, such as 'the Atlantic seaboard'.

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