neap tide

Noun

A period of moderate tides that occur when the gravitational forces of the sun and moon are at right angles to each other, resulting in the lowest tidal range.

ریشه

From Middle English neep, from Old English nēp, from Proto-Germanic *nēpuz, and tide, from Old English tīd.

مثال

• During neap tides, the difference between high and low tide is minimal.
• Fishing during neap tides can be less productive due to the reduced water movement.
• Neap tides occur approximately twice a month, during the first and third quarter moon phases.