Neap
noun
A neap tide is a tide that occurs when the difference between high and low tide is the least.
During neap tides, the water levels do not rise or fall significantly.

Often appears as...
- neap tide
- neap current
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noun
A neap tide is a tide that occurs when the difference between high and low tide is the least.
During neap tides, the water levels do not rise or fall significantly.

Often appears as...
- neap tide
- neap current
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1

Context
Neap tides are particularly important to those who navigate water bodies, including sailors and fishermen.
Sailors should plan their routes considering neap tides.
Marine Biology
Neap tides influence the feeding and spawning of marine species.
Certain fish species are more likely to spawn during neap tides.
Formality
'Neap' is a term often used in formal contexts related to tides.
In casual conversation, one may simply refer to high or low tides without using 'neap'.
Context
Neap tides are particularly important to those who navigate water bodies, including sailors and fishermen.
Sailors should plan their routes considering neap tides.
Marine Biology
Neap tides influence the feeding and spawning of marine species.
Certain fish species are more likely to spawn during neap tides.
Formality
'Neap' is a term often used in formal contexts related to tides.
In casual conversation, one may simply refer to high or low tides without using 'neap'.
Context
Neap tides are particularly important to those who navigate water bodies, including sailors and fishermen.
Sailors should plan their routes considering neap tides.
Marine Biology
Neap tides influence the feeding and spawning of marine species.
Certain fish species are more likely to spawn during neap tides.
Formality
'Neap' is a term often used in formal contexts related to tides.
In casual conversation, one may simply refer to high or low tides without using 'neap'.
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