Meaning of the word onshore in English
What does onshore mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
onshore
US /ˈɑːn.ʃɔːr/
UK /ˌɒnˈʃɔːr/
Adjective
located on or operating on land, especially near the coast
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The company has several onshore oil fields.
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They are building a new onshore wind farm.
Adverb
towards or onto the land from the sea
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The storm moved onshore, causing widespread damage.
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Many tourists come onshore for a day trip.