amphidromic

/æmˌfɪˈdrɒmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Describing a tide or tidal current that flows in the opposite direction of the wind, especially in a large body of water.

“The coastal area experienced amphidromic tidal patterns during the full moon.”

2. noun

A point in the sea where the tidal currents are amphidromic.

“The sailors navigated carefully around the amphidromic point to avoid strong currents.”

Synonyms

  • amphidromous
  • tidal

Antonyms

  • anemometric
  • anemotropic