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Vocabulary Entry
neap
|noun • verb
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noun
A neap tide is a tide of minimal range that occurs when the sun and moon are at right angles relative to the earth.
Example Sentences
"During a neap tide, the difference between high and low tide is not very pronounced."
"The fishermen planned their trip around the neap tides for easier navigation."
"Neap tides typically occur twice a month."
V
verb
To neap means to begin to ebb or recede, particularly in relation to tides.
Example Sentences
"As the moon moved away, the waters began to neap gradually."
"The tidal patterns show when the waters will neap after a full moon."
"They watched the river neap as the afternoon wore on."