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coastal

Pronunciation: [ˈkoʊstəl]

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Learn how to use coastal in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(adjective) related to the land near the sea. Coastal places are those that are right next to the ocean or sea, like beaches or cliffs.

Example

The coastal town is famous for its beautiful beaches.

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The area far from the coast is not considered coastal; it is mostly farmland.

Example

Are there any coastal regions where we can go swimming?

Context: “environment”

(adjective) referring to ecosystems or habitats found along the coast. Coastal environments support different plants and animals that live near or in the ocean.

Example

The coastal ecosystem is home to many unique species.

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Desert areas are not coastal and do not have the same wildlife.

Example

What types of birds live in the coastal habitats?

How to pronounce coastal

Pronunciation: [ˈkoʊstəl]

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