oceanfront

noun

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

Examples of oceanfront in a Sentence

They built a house on the oceanfront.
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Following previous record sales—such as Jason Barry’s representation of a high-profile oceanfront purchase a few years ago—Del Mar and surrounding enclaves saw a surge in buyer activity, appreciation, and luxury development interest. News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025 The city’s relaxed building regulations and abundance of oceanfront lots have fueled a boom in construction, and that vertical growth has led João Pessoa to host some of Brazil’s most impressive rooftop bars and pools. Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025 Marathon’s Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa is tucked off the Overseas Highway near Seven Mile Bridge with its own beachfront, a lively beach bar, five oceanfront pools, and a marina. Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 5 Nov. 2025 An oceanfront compound just became San Diego County’s most expensive home. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2025 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 17 Nov. 2025.

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