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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The interior is designed to match, and far from recycling bright, beachy tropes, instead opts for subtler period antiques, oversized tubs, dark wood floors, and brass lighting fixtures. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026 The skirt contineud the scenic pattern in pleats and with beachy elements to boot. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026 Piecey Fringe Accomplish texture with piecey fringe that frames the face for a fun, beachy look. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026 Now, for the first time ever, my natural hair looks beachy, with a slight wave, allover texture, and very little frizz. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 24 Sep. 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 27 Oct. 2026.

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