sea breeze

noun

Synonyms of sea breezenext
: a cooling breeze blowing generally in the daytime inland from the sea

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Feel the sea breeze along the shores of Maine at the Portland Head Light lighthouse. Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 18 May 2026 The spa and fitness offerings, which occupy a huge amount of space on a ship of this size, include a thermal circuit that rivals many on land, including an ocean-view sauna and a relaxation room that, when the conditions are right, features a drop-down door that lets guests enjoy a sea breeze. Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026 In a bold architectural move, there are no glass windows; instead, wooden shutters fold open to let the sea breeze and the sounds of the neighboring ecological reserve wash over you. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026 Some moisture could move into South Florida over the weekend, with sea breezes pushing afternoon thunderstorms inland. Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sea breeze

Word History

First Known Use

1661, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sea breeze was in 1661

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“Sea breeze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sea%20breeze. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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sea breeze

noun
: a cooling daytime breeze blowing inland from the sea

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