tide
//taɪd//
Noun
tideSingular
tidesPlural
1
The regular rise and fall of the sea level caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.
The tide comes in and goes out twice a day.
2
A powerful surge or flow of something, such as events, emotions, or trends.
The tide of public opinion shifted after the debate.
Verb
tideInfinitive
tidePresent tense
tidedPast tense
tidedPast participle
tidingPresent participle
tidesThird-person singular
1
To drift or float with the tide.
The small boat tided gently toward the shore.
2
To help someone through a difficult period (usually used with 'over').
This loan will tide us over until next month.