sea stack

noun

a pillarlike mass of rock detached by wave action from a cliff-lined shore and surrounded by water.

Origin of sea stack

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First recorded in 1895–1900

Words Nearby sea stack

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How to use sea stack in a sentence

With waves crashing below them, climbers enjoy spectacular views of Sand Beach and the sea stacks at Monument Cove.
The Ultimate Acadia National Park Travel Guide | Virginia M. Wright | February 8, 2021 | Outside Online

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