Coastal Geography

noun a hole or opening through which air or water is expelled, especially on a whale or other marine mammal

• The blowhole of a whale is used for breathing and expelling water vapor.
• I saw a whale spouting water from its blowhole at the aquarium.
• The surfer wiped out and got a face full of water right in the blowhole!
• His loud voice was like a blowhole, filling the room with his words.

noun the process of eroding or being eroded by wind, water, or other natural agents

• The coastal erosion is a serious issue that requires immediate attention.
• The erosion of the beach is getting worse every year.
• Man, that erosion is eating away at the shoreline like crazy.
• The erosion of trust between them was evident in their strained conversations.

noun a piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water.

• The peninsula jutted out into the sea, creating a natural harbor for ships.
• Let's take a drive along the peninsula and enjoy the scenic views.
• I heard there's a cool party happening on the peninsula this weekend.
• The peninsula of knowledge extends further with each new discovery.

noun a part of the sea that is affected by the ebb and flow of the tide

adjective relating to or located in a tidewater area

• The tidewater region is characterized by its low-lying coastal plains.
• We're planning a trip to the tidewater area for some beach time.
• Let's hit up the tidewater for some chill vibes.
• The company's success flowed like tidewater, steadily growing and expanding.