The area where land meets the sea or ocean. A precise line that can be called a coastline cannot be determined due to the dynamic nature of tides. The term "coastal zone" can be used instead, which is a spatial zone where interaction of the sea and land processes occurs.

• For the artist, see seaside_(artist)

Not to be confused with:

• lakeside - The lake equivalent.

See also

• tag_group:locations
• beach