coastline

noun

The outline or edge formed where the land meets the sea.

Example sentences

“We drove along the rugged coastline for hours.”
“The island's coastline is dotted with small fishing villages.”

Often measured or described: a rugged coastline, miles of coastline. Plain 'coast' is the everyday word for the place itself.

Synonyms for coastline

coast
shore
shoreline
seaboard

Related words

peninsulaA stretch of land that extends out from the mainland and is surrounded by water on most sides.lighthouseA tall structure with a bright light at the top, built to guide ships and warn them of danger.embassyThe official building or office where an ambassador and staff represent their country in a foreign capital.pierA platform on pillars that extends from the shore over the water, used for docking boats or walking out over the sea.consulateThe position held by a consul, or the building where a consul works.dockA structure built along the edge of the water where ships and boats stop to load and unload goods or passengers.