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sea front

American  

noun

  1. an area, including buildings, along the edge of the sea; waterfront.


Etymology

Origin of sea front

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

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The restaurant is located in Khaldiya, a district close to the sea front.

From Reuters May 23, 2022

In January, Bimini performed at The Empire on Yarmouth sea front as part of a new drag show that runs once a month.

From BBC Apr. 5, 2022

A stroll along the heart of the sea front today hardly evinces the romance of Webb’s song.

From The Guardian Aug. 12, 2017

As the sun sets over the pier that was nearly destroyed by fire last year, the sea front is virtually deserted.

From BBC Apr. 23, 2015

There was a light on the sea front outside shining straight up into the room, and in the glow reflected from the ceiling she looked down at the sleeping boy.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman

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