beachy

adjective

ˈbē-chē How to pronounce beachy (audio)
beachier; beachiest
1
: covered with pebbles or shingle
2
: characterized by beaches
a beachy island

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Women in their 20s and 30s have been drawn to Sézane like moths to a flame, stocking up on the lacey button-downs, knit sweaters, beachy totes and prairie dresses to fill their work and weekend wardrobes. — Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 Fitoor offers contemporary Indian fare, bright cocktails and beachy brunch steps from the pier. — Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Aura Coffee is a beachy coffee and matcha spot overlooking the Halifax River, and right next door to Threads Vintage Emporium. — Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2026 Jennifer Lopez recently stepped out in the chicest minidress during her Euro vacation in Rome, a satin shift style complete with a head scarf, statement sunnies, classic flip-flops, and a beachy tote. — Anna Traver, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beachy

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 15 Aug. 2026.

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