ashore
/əˈʃɔː/
Meanings
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verb
Reached the shore or landed.
Pronunciation
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/əˈʃɔɹ/
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Synonyms
aland
Rhymes
Words rhyming with ashoreore , core , lore , oreal , more
Variants
List of all variants of ashore that leads to same resultashore , wash ashore
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'on shore' or 'on land'. Derived from Old English 'on' meaning 'on' and 'scor' meaning 'shore'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'ashore' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.
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In the 18th century, sailors would often shout 'ashore' when they saw land in the distance, as a way of celebrating their impending arrival.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
beach: Ashore is closely related to the concept of a beach, as both refer to the land next to a body of water.
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seafaring: Ashore is often used in the context of seafaring and sailing, as it describes the act of reaching land after being at sea.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'ashore' is often used to describe the feeling of relief and safety that comes with reaching land after a long journey at sea. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a new beginning or a fresh start.
How to Memorize "ashore"
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visualize
- Visualize the image of a ship coming into port and the feeling of relief and safety that comes with reaching the shore.
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associate
- Associate the word 'ashore' with the feeling of safety and relief that comes with reaching land after a long journey.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Ashore starts with A, and it means I've reached land, safely.'
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