Definition of Coast
Coast
Coast
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(noun)
The land along the edge of the sea or ocean.
e.g. The family spent their summer vacation on the coast of California.
(noun)
the easy movement of a vehicle without using power;
e.g. The coasting of our car down the semi-steep hill saved us some gas.
(noun)
a hill or slope suited for easy downward movement using a sled;
e.g. Coasting down this snow slope will be easy because the snow is packed tight.
(verb)
to slide down on a slope or any incline;
e.g. The kids coasted down the snow slope using their sleds.
(verb)
to move along, or proceed with little or no effort;
e.g. The singer coasted to stardom on her famous mother's name.
(verb)
to sail or move along the coast;
e.g. The ship coasted down the shore, to the island.
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"Coasting only takes you downhill." -- Roger Crawford
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