ONSHORE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

on the edge of the land

Example: an onshore lighthouse

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Adverb

on or toward the land

Example: they were living onshore

Synonyms

Shoreward, Inshore, Onshore, Seaward

Antonyms

Offshore

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