tidal

American  

[tahyd-l] / ˈtaɪd l /

adjective

1. of, pertaining to, characterized by, or subject to tides: tide.

   a tidal current.

2. dependent on the state of the tide as to time of departure.

   a tidal steamer.

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tidal British  

/ ˈtaɪdəl /

adjective

1. relating to, characterized by, or affected by tides

   a tidal estuary

2. dependent on the state of the tide

   a tidal ferry

3. (of a glacier) reaching the sea and discharging floes or icebergs

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Other Word Forms

• nontidal adjective
• tidally adverb
• untidal adjective

Etymology

Origin of tidal

First recorded in 1800–10; tide ¹ + -al ¹

Example Sentences

The resulting electrostatic pressure could approach levels similar to tidal or gravitational stresses that are already known to influence fault stability.

From Science Daily

Because of this, they are better able to withstand gravitational tidal disruption, making them dependable tracers of faint and ghostly galaxies like CDG-2.

From Science Daily

High tides and strong winds may also bring tidal flood risk along parts of the coast.

From BBC

With a sneeze of surprise, Fred scuttled away—from rock to rock, tidal pool to sea—until the beach was covered by spiny iguanas munching free seaweed.

From Literature

He said the search of the downstream section of the underground tunnel, including where the boy's body was eventually found, was hampered by daily tidal flows from Belfast Lough.

From BBC

Related Words

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