1. a strong current of water flowing away from the shore
Usage: oceanography

Examples

• The lifeguard warned swimmers about the dangerous riptide near the pier.
• Several beachgoers were rescued from a powerful riptide yesterday.
• Signs posted along the beach alert visitors to potential riptide conditions.
• The experienced surfer knew how to escape a riptide by swimming parallel to shore.
• Strong winds created a riptide that made swimming unsafe.
• The coast guard issued warnings about riptides during the storm.