1. the land near the sea; the seashore

1. to move easily without using power
2. to succeed or continue with little effort
Usage: informal

Examples

• We spent our vacation on the coast of Maine.
• The ship sailed along the rocky coast.
• She coasted down the hill on her bicycle.
• The car coasted to a stop when it ran out of gas.
• He’s been coasting through his classes this semester.
• After working hard all year, she decided to coast until retirement.
• The beautiful coast stretched for miles in both directions.