seaside

noun

sea·​side ˈsē-ˌsīd 

: the district or land bordering the sea : country adjacent to the sea : seashore

seaside adjective

Examples of seaside in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This stretch of North Zealand’s shoreline is perfect for restorative winter walks, comfy cafés, and elegant seaside stays. — Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

Just over four years ago in May 2022, 10-year-old Ukrainian rhythmic gymnast Sasha Paskal and her mother, Maria, were enjoying some time together in the scenic seaside village of Zatoka in the Odesa region of southwestern Ukraine. — Emile Nuh, CNN Money, 31 July 2026

But those who can't swing an international trip don't have to give up their dreams of sipping a glass of wine in a charming seaside town. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 29 July 2026

One of the most dramatic coastal settings in Europe, Étretat Beach lies on the Côte d’Albâtre (Alabaster Coast), a stretch of seaside in Normandy facing the English Channel that’s famous for its striking chalk cliffs. — Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing seaside

• the seaside

Rhymes for seaside

• abide
• allied
• applied
• aside
• astride
• azide
• backside
• bankside
• bastide
• bayside
• bedside
• belied

Kids Definition

seaside

noun

sea·​side -ˌsīd 

: the land bordering the sea : seacoast

Geographical Definition

Seaside

geographical name

Sea·​side ˈsē-ˌsīd 

city on Monterey Bay in western California population 33,025