O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

beachcombing

/ˈbiːtʃkɒmbɪŋ/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does beachcombing mean?

noun

The act of walking along a beach to search for interesting items, such as shells, sea glass, or driftwood, that have washed up on the shore.

Example

"She spent the afternoon beachcombing and found a beautiful piece of sea-smoothed wood."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Synonyms for beachcombing

Antonyms of beachcombing

Rhymes with beachcombing