intertidal
/ˌɪntərˈtaɪdəl/
adjective
- Relating to the area of a shoreline that is between the high tide and low tide marks, which is underwater at high tide and exposed at low tide.
- Intertidal ecosystems are very sensitive to changes in sea level.
- We explored the intertidal pools during low tide.
- The intertidal zone is home to crabs, barnacles, and sea stars.