Ashore
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈʃɔː/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Ashore is an adverb meaning (nautical) On the land as opposed to onboard.
Meaning
(nautical) On the land as opposed to onboard.
More Meanings
- (nautical) On, or towards the shore.
Example Sentences
The canoe sailed ashore.
I shall no more to sea, to sea, / Here shall I die ashore—[…]
Swum ashore, man, like a duck. I can swim like a duck, I'll be sworn.
Synonyms for ashore
Depending on context, synonyms include aland.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include onshore, shore, land, down, offshore, getting.
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