Definitions

1. noun

A periodic rising and falling of the sea level caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.

“The tide came in quickly, flooding the coastal town.”

2. noun

A strong and widespread feeling or tendency.

“There’s a tide of public opinion against the new policy.”

3. verb

To move or cause something to move with the tide.

“The boat tide out to sea during the low tide.”

4. verb

To be very successful or popular, especially suddenly.

“Her new book tide the bestseller list for months.”