ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Tidal

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtaɪ.d(ə)l/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Tidal is an adjective meaning Relating to tides.

Meaning

Relating to tides.

Example Sentences

Since then, the length of an Earth day has slowed to its present 24 hours due to the fact that the moon's gravitational pull "steals" some of energy Earth uses to spin, in addition to causing tidal friction, according to the Institute.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include tide, intertidal, nearshore, littoral, tsunami, turf.

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