Meaning of the word surf in English

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

surf

US /sɝːf/

UK /sɝːf/

the mass or line of foam formed by waves breaking on a seashore or reef

Example:

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The children played at the edge of the surf.

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We could hear the roar of the surf from our beach house.

Synonym:

breakers waves foam spray swell

stand or lie on a surfboard and ride on a wave toward the shore

Example:

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He loves to surf every morning before work.

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We watched them surf the big waves.

Synonym:

board ride the waves

move from site to site on the internet

Example:

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I like to surf the internet for interesting articles.

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She spent hours surfing through social media feeds.

Synonym:

browse navigate explore skim

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