Atlantic swell
Definition
A series of long, powerful waves on the surface of the Atlantic Ocean.
Category: ADJECTIVE + NOUN
Examples
The experienced sailors knew how to navigate the powerful Atlantic swell.
Surfers from around the world come to this beach, hoping to ride the legendary Atlantic swell.
The lighthouse keeper watched the massive Atlantic swell crash against the cliffs.
Forecasters are predicting a significant Atlantic swell for the weekend, so small boats should stay in port.
Oceanographers study the patterns of the Atlantic swell to understand deep-sea currents.
From the airplane, the Atlantic swell looked like a gently breathing giant.
We felt the boat rise and fall with each long Atlantic swell.
The Atlantic swell can be both beautiful and incredibly dangerous.
If the Atlantic swell is too high, the ferry service to the island will be cancelled.
The old fisherman told stories of a time when the Atlantic swell was so large it reshaped the coastline.