shore

Definition

  • noun: the land along the edge of an area of water (such as an ocean, lake, etc.)
  • noun: the land bordering a usually large body of water
  • verb: to support by a shore
  • usually used in plural
  • synonyms: sewer, prop, strand

Examples

  • My family came to these 'shores' [=came to this country] 100 years ago.

  • The boat 'hugged the shore'. [=stayed close to the shore]

  • The tax cuts are supposed to 'shore up' the economy.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) in those who oppose them. But, believe me... I'm not afraid. I don't believe in their reputation. God knows, I hope it is the sons of Ragnar who have landed on our shores. For I have prepared a very special welcome for them. They're about to discover they can no longer attack us... with impunity. (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: Revenge Season: 4 Episode 18