coast

• Sustantivo que designa la tierra que bordea el mar, el océano o un gran lago, así como la zona costera considerada geográficamente.

A noun referring to the land along the edge of a sea, ocean, or large body of water.

1. Land near the seaA2formal

   The part of the land that is next to or close to the sea.

   costa

   • They drove along the coast to enjoy the view.
   • The coast of California is famous for its beaches.
   • Many towns are located on the coast.

   Sinónimoscoastlinelittoralseaboardseashoreshore

2. Movement without effortB2informal

   The act of moving easily without using power or effort.

   Avance por inercia

   • He let the bike coast down the hill.
   • The car coasted to a stop when it ran out of fuel.
   • She coasted through the exam without studying much.

   Sinónimosdriftfreewheelglidesailslide

• Moverse con facilidad, sin esfuerzo, especialmente gracias a la inercia o a una pendiente; también, avanzar o progresar sin dificultad ni obstáculos.

A verb meaning to move easily without using power, or to progress without much effort.

1. Move without effortB1informal

   To move forward easily without using much power or effort.

   avanzar sin esfuerzo

   • The car coasted down the hill.
   • He coasted on his bicycle without pedaling.
   • The boat coasted gently into the harbor.

   Sinónimoscruisedriftfreewheelglidesail

   Antónimosfightlaborstrainstruggletoil

2. Progress easilyB2informal

   To achieve success or progress with little effort.

   avanzar sin esfuerzo

   • She coasted through the exam without studying much.
   • He coasted to victory in the election.
   • They coasted through the project with minimal work.

   Sinónimosbreezecruisedriftglidesail

   Antónimoslaborstrivestruggletoil