beachier; beachiest
1
: covered with pebbles or shingle
2
: characterized by beaches
a beachy island

Examples of beachy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Her long, beachy locks — previously a deep brunette — were styled into loose waves. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024 Las Vegas, baby — although beachy destinations, including San Diego, accounted for six out of the top 10. Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024 Unlike other restaurants on the island that lean into a traditional beachy aesthetic, Marine Room’s modern approach to design, decor, and music creates a more stylish island ambiance without sacrificing local authenticity. Claudia Fisher, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2024 The combination of coconut milk, cedarwood, and ylang-ylang in Beach Walk will add a warm and sensual dimension to the fragrance, perfect for those who appreciate a touch of beachy nostalgia. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 May 2024 For beachy vibes, in place of the tequila, try pisco, rum, or cachaca. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2024 Princess Eugenie’s birthday tribute to her husband closed with another beachy photo. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024 Makeup artist Priscilla Ono, Rihanna's longtime collaborator, matched the beachy summer aesthetic with glowy skin courtesy the new foundation, peachy blush, and equally glowy, gleaming lip gloss. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 Apr. 2024 Before leaving for the courtroom, the reality star snapped a quick mirror selfie wearing a peach pantsuit and sporting beachy waves in her hair. Brendan Le, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of beachy was in 1600

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“Beachy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beachy. Accessed 23 May. 2024.

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