shoreward

/ˈʃɔrwərd/
adverb
  1. Toward the shore.
    • A strong wind blew the sailboat shoreward.
    • The tide was moving shoreward, covering the sand quickly.
    • The swimmers turned and headed shoreward when they heard the whistle.
adjective
  1. Directed or facing toward the shore.
    • The shoreward breeze carried the smell of salt and seaweed.
    • We took a shoreward path through the dunes.
    • The shoreward side of the island has calm, clear water.
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