oceanfront

noun

ocean·​front ˈō-shən-ˌfrənt How to pronounce oceanfront (audio)
Synonyms of oceanfrontnext
: a shore area on the ocean

Examples of oceanfront in a Sentence

They built a house on the oceanfront.
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Tavernier Key, a quiet stretch of the Florida Keys between Key Largo and Islamorada, has welcomed a new oceanfront stay. Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026 Unveiled back in 2023, the vessel is meant to be a floating hotel on the seas, with all 461 oceanfront suites paired with private terraces and modern amenities. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2026 This transformation of the former One Ocean Resort & Spa will bring a stylish new oceanfront lodging option to the Jacksonville area. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026 Naturally, the Bijou team’s menu will feature tropical cocktails designed to complement Rosewood Le Guanahani’s oceanfront setting. Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oceanfront

Word History

First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of oceanfront was in 1858

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“Oceanfront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oceanfront. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.

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