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Term: Offshore

Definition:

adjective

Relating to or situated in the waters near the shore but away from the coast.

adverb

In or towards the sea, away from the shore.

noun

1. A location or organization situated or operating in a foreign country or tax haven, typically to take advantage of lower taxes or favorable regulations.

2. In surfing, a wave that breaks away from the main waves closer to the shore.

Sample Sentences:

Adjective:

1. The company established an offshore drilling platform to extract oil from beneath the sea bed.
2. Offshore wind farms are becoming increasingly popular sources of renewable energy.

Adverb:

1. The dolphins swam offshore, leaping out of the water as they went.
2. She cast her line far offshore in hopes of catching a bigger fish.

Noun (Definition 1):

1. Many companies have set up offshore subsidiaries to benefit from more favorable tax laws.
2. The wealthy businessman invested his money in an offshore bank account.

Noun (Definition 2):

1. Surfers love to catch offshore waves as they provide a thrilling and challenging ride.
2. The experienced surfer effortlessly rode the offshore into an incredible barrel.

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