Definition of tide pool
: a pool of salt water left (as in a rock basin) by an ebbing tide — called also
tidal pool
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DEL MAR Outdoor class on tide pool animals The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy presents Seashore Splash from 10 to 11:15 a.m. July 21 at the Birdwing Open Air Classroom, 3201 Via De La Valle.
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The scientists believe that those descended from the dying sea stars grew ill and died upon their return to the tide pools.
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Each has its own unique features: Montara has its wide sandy beach; Moss Beach has its tide pools.
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Her playgrounds were tide pools and redwood forests.
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Now my peeve: Laguna puts a lot of emphasis on those tide pools but closes its eyes to the shops in town that sell shells and starfish.
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This piece of paradise in Rancho Palos Verdes offers both, along with extensive tide pools brimming with a kaleidoscope of miniature marine life.
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By Tuesday morning, lava had completely filled the bay, where vacationers had enjoyed tide pools, snorkeling, and picnics, Hawaii News Now reported.
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The ochre sea star makes its home in rocky tide pools all along the California coast.
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First Known Use of tide pool
1853
TIDE POOL Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of tide pool for English Language Learners
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: an area of water that is left on a beach after the tide has fallen
TIDE POOL Defined for Kids
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Definition of tide pool for Students
: a pool of salt water that is left behind when the tide goes out and in which small sea animals (as snails, crabs, and barnacles) are often found
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