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View synonyms for ebb tide
ebb tide
noun
- the reflux of the tide or the tide at ebb; ebb.
ebb tide
/ ĕb /
- The period between high tide and low tide during which water flows away from the shore.
- Also called falling tide
- Compare flood tideSee more at tide
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Word History and Origins
Origin of ebb tide1
First recorded in 1830–40
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Example Sentences
Having passed all the dangers, the ebb-tide very soon carried us out of the river into Hanover Bay.
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The ebb tide after noon was against us, and the wind being light, we were making no progress.
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This is a very dark frame of mind, consequent on overwork and the conclusion of the excruciating Ebb Tide.
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There would be the ebb-tide for leaving the Douvres; and the flood would carry him into Guernsey.
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We will remain inside all day, and to-night at ebb-tide try to make our way to the squadron.
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