intertidal

Adjective

Relating to the area of the shoreline that is above water at low tide and underwater at high tide.

ریشه

From the prefix 'inter-' meaning 'between' and 'tidal' relating to tides.

مثال

• The intertidal zone is teeming with diverse marine life.
• Intertidal ecosystems are sensitive to changes in sea level.
• The intertidal area is exposed during low tide.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Intertidal zone Intertidal area Intertidal ecosystems