UNDERTOW - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

an inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling

Example: his account had a poignant undertow of regret

Categories: Inclination

Part of speech: Noun

the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore

Categories: Undertide, Undercurrent

Sea-purse, Undertow, Sea-puss, Sea-poose, Sea puss

under – A related word in the same word family.

tow – A related word in the same word family.

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