ashore

adverb

ə-ˈshȯr 

: on or to the shore

Examples of ashore in a Sentence

We docked our boat and went ashore to visit the island.

the seashells that wash ashore after a storm

Recent Examples on the Web

Opposite, the Kotor Cat Museum helps fund the care of the town’s cats, reputedly descended from mousers brought ashore by Venetian sailors. — Jonathan Wiggin, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Aug. 2026

Since many people explore independently, there’s always lively conversation back on board in the evening, as everyone swaps stories about their adventures ashore. — Erica Silverstein, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026

Many expeditions include guided shore landings, and visitors receive mandatory briefings before going ashore, according to the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators. — Ashley Lynch july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Some swimmers came ashore, and Spanish rescue crews picked up others from the water. — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1536, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing ashore

• wash ashore

Rhymes for ashore

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore
• decor

Kids Definition

ashore

adverb

ə-ˈshō(ə)r 

-ˈshȯ(ə)r

: on or to the shore