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Definition tide in American English

tide noun

noun
/taɪd/
1

the way that the level of the ocean regularly rises and falls during the day. The tide comes in or rises, then it turns and goes out or falls, and then turns again. At its highest point the tide is in and it is high tide, and at its lowest point the tide is out and it is low tide.

Synonyms and related words
backwash billow breaker
2

a tendency of people to think or feel in a particular way

Example

The tide of public opinion is moving towards tighter planning controls.

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mood emotion feelings thought idea belief
2.1

a tendency of events to develop in a particular way

Example

the tide of history/prosperity

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progress development advance
3

things will not wait for you when you are late

Example

Hurry up or you'll miss the plane! Time and tide wait for no man.

Definition tide in American English