noun
- the regular rise and fall of ocean water levels caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun
- a powerful surge or flow of something
Usage: figurative
Examples
- The tides change twice a day at this beach.
- Low tide revealed shells and seaweed on the sand.
- High tide brought the waves closer to our blanket.
- Fishermen know the best times to fish based on the tides.
- A tide of excitement swept through the crowd.
- The election results showed a tide of change in public opinion.