coastal squeeze en · NOUN
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A coastal settlement that is prevented from expanding due to the sea on one side and rural areas inland.
- (countable, uncountable) An environmental situation where the coastal margin is squeezed between the fixed landward boundary (artificial or otherwise) and the rising sea level.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| coastal squeezes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |