Definitions

1. noun

The land along the edge of a sea, lake, or river; the area where land meets water.

“The beach was a beautiful stretch of shore along the ocean.”

2. verb

To bring or drive a boat to the land or a place where it can be unloaded.

“The sailors had to shore the boat to repair the engine.”

3. verb

To supply or support something, especially by providing additional resources.

“The company was shoring up its finances by investing in new technologies.”

4. noun

A supporting structure or a foundation to prevent collapse or sinking.

“The construction team built a shore to stabilize the building’s foundation.”