beachier; beachiest
1
: covered with pebbles or shingle
2
: characterized by beaches
a beachy island

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Kaum, on the second floor of the beach club, is a top spot for traditional Indonesian recipes, while easy-going Ijen specializes in fresh oysters, prawn skewers and other beachy bites from lunch to well after dinner. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 Beyond the absurdly catchy music and the rom-com story, part of the show’s joyfulness comes from its colorful costumes and beachy aesthetic. Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 A little digging reveals a world of options beyond the classic high heel, ready to suit your every beachy need. Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 29 June 2026 Styling her light blonde hair in a middle-part with beachy curls, Sweeney accessorized with a blue and white cropped jacket and a colorful beaded choker. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for beachy

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of beachy was in 1600

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“Beachy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beachy. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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