English dictionary
tide
/t/aI/d/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon
Source: WordNet 3.0
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something that may increase or decrease (like the tides of the sea)
ExamplesA rising tide of popular interest.
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there are usually two high and two low tides each day
Synonyms lunar time periodSource: WordNet 3.0
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Time; period; season.
Source: webster1913
verb
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rise or move forward
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cause to float with the tide
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be carried with the tide
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To cause to float with the tide; to drive or carry with the tide or stream.
Source: webster1913
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To betide; to happen.
Source: webster1913