beachier; beachiest
1
: covered with pebbles or shingle
2
: characterized by beaches
a beachy island

Examples of beachy in a Sentence

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Stroll Flagler Avenue New Smyrna Beach’s main drag, Flagler Avenue, stretches just five beachy blocks from the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway but packs a punch with all its shops, restaurants, galleries, and events. Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026 Coconut oil brings that subtle, beachy getaway vibe—while also delivering extra nourishment to help smooth rough patches and keep moisture from slipping away. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 5 Feb. 2026 Chloé went with bold shoulder pads and beachy pastels. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026 The beachy destination of Cape May, New Jersey, came in third on the list. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beachy

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of beachy was in 1600

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“Beachy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beachy. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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