national seashore

noun

: a recreational area adjacent to a seacoast and maintained by the federal government

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Since October is outside of high season, parking and entry to most national seashore beaches is free. Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 8 Oct. 2024 With his advice in mind, read on to discover the best national parks — plus a national seashore and a couple of national historical parks — to visit in the fall. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2024 With less commercialism, national seashores can also offer an escape from crowds. Food Drink Life, Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2024 This summer, plan a vacation to one of the national seashores. Food Drink Life, Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for national seashore 

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First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of national seashore was in 1962

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“National seashore.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/national%20seashore. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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