Meaning of the word coast in English

What does coast mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

coast

US /koʊst/
UK /koʊst/
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Noun

1.

the part of the land adjoining or near the sea, a lake, or a river

Example:
We spent our vacation on the beautiful coast of California.
The storm caused significant damage along the entire coast.

Verb

1.

ride (a bicycle, sled, or car) downhill without using power

Example:
The children loved to coast down the hill on their bikes.
He turned off the engine and let the car coast to a stop.
2.

proceed easily without much effort

Example:
After the initial hard work, the team could coast through the rest of the project.
She managed to coast through her final exams with minimal study.
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